Nigerian chef Hilda Effiong Bassey, popularly known as Hilda Baci, has achieved a remarkable feat by surpassing the current Guinness World Record holder for the "longest cooking marathon by an individual."

With an impressive duration of 87 hours and 50 minutes, she is on track to break the existing record. Hilda Baci embarked on this extraordinary cooking marathon on Thursday, igniting her cooker at 4 pm, and surpassed the previous record holder on Monday morning.

If officially certified by the Guinness World Record, Hilda Baci will dethrone Lata Tondon, an Indian chef who achieved a record of 87 hours and 45 minutes of uninterrupted cooking in 2019.

Currently taking place at Amore Gardens in Lekki, Lagos State, Hilda Baci's cooking marathon is a testament to her exceptional culinary skills and determination.

Throughout her ongoing record-breaking attempt, numerous Nigerians, including celebrities, braved the rain to show their support and encourage the visibly tired chef.

As she reached the remarkable milestone of four days on Monday morning, Hilda Baci's perseverance and passion for cooking were met with admiration and applause.

It's worth noting that Hilda Baci previously won the inaugural edition of the Jollof Face-off Competition in 2021, securing a grand prize of $5000.

The Guinness Book of Records, renowned for its compilation of human and natural world records, provides a platform for individuals and groups to showcase their exceptional achievements.

To qualify for a world record listing, participants must submit evidence and undergo a rigorous verification process conducted by the Guinness World Records team.

Hilda Baci's incredible feat in the cooking marathon is a testament to her culinary prowess and determination to push boundaries.

Her achievement not only brings pride to Nigeria but also inspires aspiring chefs and individuals worldwide to aim for extraordinary accomplishments in their respective fields.