In a historic achievement that places Nigeria firmly on the global academic map, Kazeem Sanusi, a final-year student from the Department of Mathematics at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), has officially broken the Guinness World Record for the longest mathematics lesson ever recorded.
31-Hour Mathematics Marathon Breaks Global Record
Sanusi delivered an impressive 31 hours, 42 minutes, and 54 seconds of continuous mathematics teaching, surpassing the previous world record of 26 hours. The event, which took place in Ilorin, attracted significant attention and support from the university community and beyond.
Official Endorsement from University Leadership
According to a statement by Mr. Kunle Akogun, Director of Corporate Affairs at UNILORIN, the groundbreaking lesson was conducted in the presence of official representatives from Guinness World Records, ensuring that all guidelines and conditions were strictly adhered to.
The remarkable session was attended by several high-ranking university officials including:
- Prof. Wahab Egbewole (SAN) – Vice-Chancellor
- Prof. Adegboyega Fawole – Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Management Services)
- Mr. Mansur Alfanla – University Registrar
- Prof. Abdullahi Baba – Dean of Physical Sciences
- Dr. Alex Akanmu – Dean of Student Affairs
- Victor Agezeh – President, Student Union
Awaiting Official Confirmation from Guinness World Records
While Sanusi’s feat has been witnessed and documented, he now eagerly awaits official recognition and certification from Guinness World Records, which will formally cement his name in history.
A Landmark Moment for Nigerian Academia
This achievement not only celebrates academic excellence and endurance, but also highlights the incredible potential and talent within Nigerian universities. It serves as an inspiration to students across the country and demonstrates the global impact of Nigerian scholars.
