In a culinary feat that has captivated the nation, Ghanaian chef Failatu Abdul-Razak has seemingly shattered the world record by cooking continuously for over 227 hours.
Wrapped in the Ghanaian flag, Abdul-Razak concluded her impressive cook-a-thon with an emotional salute to the crowd in Tamale on Wednesday.
Dubbing the cooking marathon a “national assignment,” Abdul-Razak expressed her dedication to Ghana, garnering cheers from onlookers as she exited the hotel kitchen. Her team plans to submit evidence to Guinness World Records (GWR) for official verification.
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GWR acknowledged Abdul-Razak’s accomplishment on social media, stating, “We look forward to reviewing her evidence!” The current record holder, Irishman Alan Fisher, cooked for 119 hours and 57 minutes, making Abdul-Razak’s attempt a noteworthy milestone.
Asserting her desire to make breaking her record a challenging task, Abdul-Razak received widespread support from politicians, celebrities, and even the Ghanaian military. Vice-President Mahamudu Bawumia and numerous public figures rallied behind the chef throughout her remarkable endeavor.
This achievement follows a trend of record-breaking feats in West Africa, with Hilda Baci causing excitement in Nigeria last year, only to be surpassed by Alan Fisher. Additionally, Ghanaian media personality Afua Asantewaa recently completed a five-day singing marathon in December, aiming for her own Guinness World Record. The culinary and artistic pursuits reflect the region’s determination to leave an indelible mark on the global stage.
