Nigerian Chef Damilola Adeparusi Aims to Break Guinness World Record for Longest Cooking Marathon

By Tolulope Dolapo Thomas

Published: June 17, 2023 | 10:46 AM GMT

…By Dorcas Funmi for TDPel Media. Nigerian chef, Damilola Adeparusi, also known as Chef Dammy, has announced her intention to surpass celebrity chef Hilda Baci and claim the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual.

Challenging the Current Record

Following GWR’s confirmation of Hilda’s Cook-A-Thon lasting 93 hours and 11 minutes, Chef Dammy expressed during an interview with Vanguard in Ado-Ekiti on Friday that the recent 120-hour cook was not registered with Guinness World Records.

Setting a New Target

Encouraged by the support received from well-wishers and prominent Nigerians during the last cook-A-Thon, Chef Dammy has made the decision to undertake a 150-hour cooking marathon and ensure that it is officially registered with GWR.

Embracing New Opportunities

The Ekiti-based chef stated that the upcoming challenge will take place next month and expressed her openness to new opportunities and experiences in life.

Chef Dammy’s Future Plans

Addressing the curiosity surrounding her post-120-hour cook-a-thon plans, Chef Dammy shared her eagerness to explore diverse avenues and showcase her capabilities.

She hopes that now that the world knows what she is capable of, she will be given the chance to pursue various opportunities.

Registering the Achievement

Although there were speculations about the recent cooking event not being registered, Chef Dammy and her team have decided to embark on a new challenge next month.

This time, they plan to hold a 150-hour cook-a-thon program, ensuring that it is duly registered with Guinness World Records.

Chef Dammy’s Return

With the overwhelming support from fans, well-wishers, and notable individuals in society, Adeparusi Damilola, also known as Chef Dammy, along with her team, is excited to announce her comeback with the upcoming cook-a-thon.

The event aims to set a new record and further establish her culinary prowess.

About Tolulope Dolapo Thomas

Tolulope Dolapo Thomas, BSc, is a Public Health Educator and Broadcast Journalist with extensive experience in radio and television. She specializes in Health Promotion, Sexual and Reproductive/Fertility Health, and Environmental Health. Certified in CPR and First Aid, Tolulope is passionate about empowering women through evidence-based public health education, fertility awareness, and community sensitization. She is currently pursuing an MSc in Public Health and is the founder of Everywoman Health by TD, a women-focused health platform dedicated to providing accurate, accessible, and trustworthy guidance for women at every stage of life.