• Hausa Edition
  • Podcast
  • Conferences
  • LeVogue Magazine
  • Business News
  • Print Advert Rates
  • Online Advert Rates
  • Contact Us
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Leadership Newspapers
Read in Hausa
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
Leadership Newspapers
No Result
View All Result

How Challenges Nearly Stopped My World Record Attempt — Nigerian Crocheter

by OLAMIDE OJUOKAIYE
2 years ago
in Sport
World Record
Share on WhatsAppShare on FacebookShare on XTelegram

Okafor Chidinma Modupe, an English Education graduate of the University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) in Enugu State, who recently completed a 72-hour crocheting marathon aiming for the Guinness World Records, has stated that the task was difficult for her to accomplish due to numerous factors that could have truncated the dream.

Advertisement

Speaking with journalists about her quest to attain the Guinness World Records in Crocheting, she disclosed there were a lot of hurdles on her way while embarking on the 72-hour crocheting marathon held from December 24 to 27, 2023 in Lagos State.

While elucidating on the challenges, she said, “I had a lot of challenges like convincing people to believe in you. Most people today, before they can render help to an individual, believe you should have been a celebrity, you should be well-known, you should have a name, or a status.”

Speaking further about a setback, she said she was shocked when an earlier agreement for a venue for the Guinness World Records event was rescinded as she was asked to pay the sum of N800,000 daily to hold the contest.

However, she expressed her gratitude to the Goge Africa team who stepped in and made her not quit her quest to put Nigeria on the world stage, as she was trying to surpass the Guinness World Records held by American Alexander Hayden with 34 hours 7 mins for crocheting.

RELATED

Ex-Asernal Footballer Partey Granted Bail On Rape Charges

Ex-Asernal Footballer Partey Granted Bail On Rape Charges

4 minutes ago
Buratai Academy Wins Zaman Lafiya Competition

Buratai Academy Wins Zaman Lafiya Competition

3 hours ago

To this, the CEO of 6Chi Crocheting brand implores parents to allow their wards to express themselves aside from their academic pursuits.

She stated, “Parents out there should allow their children to explore their skills, and observe your child. It’s not all about, you know, what, like when you see your child doing a particular thing, give room to listen to your children, listen to what they want, and help them actualize this dream.

“Going to school is very good because it also helps you in your skills. As you’re able to do things differently from someone who had not been to the four walls of classrooms, going to school is good as it will help you in your business line to explore more, but whatever skill you have, don’t look down on it; encourage your child in that skill, discover your child’s ability on time, and help them grow in it.”

She promised to keep showcasing Nigeria and African crafts in crocheting as she awaits the GWR to evaluate and announce their decision on the record.

According to her, it is based on your zeal, and it’s not about you having the money before you can start.

“I will be showcasing creativity at its peaks as everyone has these skills in them. If we as individuals realize what we have in us, we would be creating more job opportunities out there, and we can go places with our crafts,” she added.


We’ve got the edge. Get real-time reports, breaking scoops, and exclusive angles delivered straight to your phone. Don’t settle for stale news. Join LEADERSHIP NEWS on WhatsApp for 24/7 updates →

Join Our WhatsApp Channel




SendShareTweetShare
Previous Post

Ballon d’Or, FIFA Best Awards Losing Credibility — Ronaldo

Next Post

Ex-Minister Pantami To Unveil Book On Scholarly Journey, Personal Experience

OLAMIDE OJUOKAIYE

OLAMIDE OJUOKAIYE

You May Like

Ex-Asernal Footballer Partey Granted Bail On Rape Charges
Sport

Ex-Asernal Footballer Partey Granted Bail On Rape Charges

2025/08/05
Buratai Academy Wins Zaman Lafiya Competition
Sport

Buratai Academy Wins Zaman Lafiya Competition

2025/08/05
Onyejeocha Celebrates D’Tigress’ Victory, Says Nigeria’s Best Yet To Come
Sport

Onyejeocha Celebrates D’Tigress’ Victory, Says Nigeria’s Best Yet To Come

2025/08/05
WAFCON: Aiyedatiwa Gifts Super Falcons Player, Tosin Demehin, N30m Cash, House
Sport

WAFCON: Aiyedatiwa Gifts Super Falcons Player, Tosin Demehin, N30m Cash, House

2025/08/05
JUST-IN: Tinubu Rewards D’Tigress With OON Honours, $100k Each, Houses
Cover Stories

JUST-IN: Tinubu Rewards D’Tigress With OON Honours, $100k Each, Houses

2025/08/04
Afrobasket: Victorious D’Tigress Arrive Abuja For Victory Celebration
News

Afrobasket: Victorious D’Tigress Arrive Abuja For Victory Celebration

2025/08/04
Leadership Conference advertisement

LATEST

We Are Here To Fix VON As True Instrument Of National Power – DG Ndace

Ex-Asernal Footballer Partey Granted Bail On Rape Charges

Group Alleges Use Of Courts Against Kebbi Opposition

ADC Chieftain Advises El-Rufai Against Hijack Of Party

Labour Party To Sue INEC Over Candidates’ Exclusion

Reps To Vote On Special Seats Bill, Others October

Group Strategise Against Kalu In 2027

Rivers Govt Lauds Oil Firm For Upgrading Health Facility

Group Trains Over 1,000 FUTO Students In Digital Intelligence To Boost Future Careers

Police Neutralise Notorious Kidnapping Suspect, Recover Arms

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.