Ghana’s Chef Smith, born Ebenezer Smith has proudly declared in a press conference at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel that he is the new Guinness World Record Holder for the longest cooking marathon by an individual.

He achieved an impressive 802 hours and 25 minutes, starting his cooking marathon on February 1 to surpass the previous record held by Irish King, Alan Fisher.

Despite the original goal of 1200 hours, he successfully cooked for 820 hours, concluding his cooking marathon on March 6, 2024.

Guinness has officially certified his attempt and the inscription on the certificate issues reads: “The longest cooking marathon (individual) is 802 hours 25 minutes and was achieved by Ebenezer Smith (Ghanaian) in Spintex, Accra, Ghana. From 1 February to 6 March, 2024.”

Meanwhile, at the press conference, here is what Chef Smith said;

In the meantime, this exciting entertainment news has seen Ghanaians flooding social media to offer their congratulations.

Here are a few of the comments compiled by GhanaStreetJournal;

Agbleta Francis: Now we can boldly say, Guinness World Record hate noise making. But rewards the silent… Congratulations Mr. Smith

Adjah Enock Borketey: The stone which the builders rejected Has become the chief cornerstone. Congratulations sir 👏🎉🎊 🎉

Kwabena Frimpong Manso: Wow…finally, they have declared him the record breaker. Congratulations to you Chef Smith.

Vascony Asare: The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone of our country ,we are proud of you 👏 keep up the amazing work 👏 and keep doing your best in all your endeavors. Congratulations 🎉 🎉 🎉 👏

Jenny Tkay Annan: Congratulations to you and your accomplishments….we are proud of you ❤️

Devorah Naa Basar Nunoo: Wow amazing , keep up the amazing work.

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