Guinness World Records (GWR) has officially recognized “Samson Ajao’s incredible feat of reading aloud for 215 hours.”
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| “Read-A-Thon Champion, Samson Ajao” |
According to National Orientation Agency (NOA): “Guinness World Records has officially recognised Samson Ajao’s incredible feat of reading aloud for 215 hours, describing it as one of the longest marathon record attempts in GWR history.
The champion has taken it upon himself to promote a reading culture in Nigeria and globally. He read approximately 100 books, covering subjects such as finance, sales, management, leadership, politics, health, and mental wellness. The 27-year-old from Osogbo, Nigeria, achieved the world’s longest marathon reading aloud, clocking in at 215 hours—just one hour short of nine full days. The previous record of 124 hours was set in 2022 by Rysbai Isakov (Kyrgyzstan).
Samson Ajao attempted this record to promote literacy development and inspire a reading culture in Nigeria. This is why the National Orientation Agency celebrates him as our Man of the Week!”
