Nigerian chef, Hilda Baci, who on Monday, May 15, broke the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking time by an individual, has received a plot of land worth N3.5 million from a real estate firm.
The managing director of the real estate firm, In-Motions Business Limited, Mr. Gideon Ekanem, announced the donation yesterday in a statement on his Twitter handle.
Ekanem revealed that the plot of land is situated in Wana Court Green Estate, Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital.
He also commended Hilda Baci’s perseverance and determination in achieving the historic feat.
“Hilda Baci embodies the very essence of resilience within our society today. And we wholeheartedly join the entire nation and our fellow Akwa Ibomites in exuberantly celebrating her extraordinary achievement.
“In recognition of the remarkable feat in the cooking marathon, we are delighted to present Hilda Bassey with a free plot of land in Wana Court Estate, the first true green and smart estate in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital.
“May this well-deserved honor serve as a testament to your unwavering determination. The foundation of In-Motions Business Ltd. rests upon the pillars of diligence and perseverance, as we consistently align ourselves with these virtues”. The statement read.
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Hilda, from Akwa Ibom State, broke the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking time by an individual on Monday, May 15, after she smashed the previous record of 87 hours and 45 minutes set by Indian chef Lata Tondon in 2019.
After four days of cooking non-stop, Hilda set a new Guinness World Record of 100 hours for the longest cooking time by an individual.