Guinness World Record: Kano Tailor Completes 120-Hour Sewing Marathon, Celebrates in Emotional Video

Guinness World Record: Kano Tailor Completes 120-Hour Sewing Marathon, Celebrates in Emotional Video

  • Kano-based tailor has completed a 120-hour nonstop sewing marathon after spending five days working towards a Guinness World Record attempt
  • A viral video captured the tailor celebrating and offering Islamic prayers after finishing the challenge, as the venue erupted in jubilation
  • Hassan dedicated his sewing marathon to helping underprivileged children by making school uniforms
  • An entertainment enthusiast who does not want his name published stated that Abdulkadir's story is that of resilience

A Kano-based tailor, Abdulkadir Hassan, has celebrated the completion of an extraordinary five-day sewing challenge, with a video capturing his emotional moment of gratitude drawing attention to his achievement.

Hassan completed a 120-hour non-stop sewing marathon in an attempt to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest sewing marathon.

Kano tailor, Abdulkadir Hassan, Guinness World Record
Kano-based tailor Abdulkadir Hassan has completes a 120-hour non-stop sewing marathon. Photos: @seyivodi/IG.
Source: Instagram

After pushing through the demanding challenge, the emotional tailor was captured celebrating and offering Islamic prayers in a video circulating online.

The atmosphere at the venue reportedly turned festive, with jubilation accompanying the end of his marathon.

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During the marathon, Hassan sewed school uniforms for underprivileged children, using his tailoring skills to support education and give back to his community.

The initiative added a charitable dimension to his attempt, turning the sewing challenge into an opportunity to help children who may struggle to afford school clothing.

Watch the X video of Abdulkadir Hassan celebrating after completing the marathon here:

Reactions trail Hassan's video

Legit.ng compiled the comments of social media users below:

@tolu_ni_tailor stated:

"Only tailors would relate to what this endurance entails "

zee_touch_makeover noted:

"Congratulations brother, more grace ‘ am happy for you, god when was my own grace will locate me too , me right now this is you br"

@grsignature commented:

"Congratulations and thank you for making us proud in the fashion industry. I’m happy to be a fashion designer."
Kano Tailor, Abdulkadir Hassan, Guinness World Record
A viral video captures the tailor celebrating and offering Islamic prayers after finishing the challenge, as the venue erupted in jubilation. Photos: @seyivodi/IG.
Source: Instagram

Abdulkadir's resilience is commendation - Analyst

An entertainment enthusiast who does not want his name published stated that Abdulkadir's story is that of resilience.

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He stated:

"Beyond the record attempt, sewing uniforms for underprivileged children makes his challenge more meaningful because it combines personal ambition with community service. Whether or not Guinness World Records officially recognises the feat, his resilience and commitment to helping vulnerable children deserve commendation."

Tacha's GWR win recognised mid-flight

Legit.ng previously reported that Tacha was specially recognised mid-flight.

A viral video showed the moment a pilot announced the reality star's presence on board while acknowledging her Guinness World Record attempt.

"When e reach your turn wait make them clap for you , no clap for yourself. Congratulations my darling," a netizen said.

Source: Legit.ng

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Olaniyi Apanpa (Entertainment Editor) Olaniyi Apanpa is a seasoned journalist with over 6 years of experience in sports, metro, politics, and entertainment reporting. He has written for renowned platforms such as Opera News, Scooper News, The PUNCH, and currently works as a Senior Entertainment Editor at Legit.ng. A graduate of English Education from the University of Lagos. He is also a trained Digital Marketer from the Digital Marketing Institute, Lagos. Contact: olaniyi.apanpa@corp.legit.ng.