A 22-year-old Kano-born tailor, Abdul Nassar, has successfully completed a 120-hour sewing marathon in an attempt to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest sewing marathon by an individual.
The challenge, themed “Sew For The Nation,” took place at the campus stadium of Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN), Kano, from October 5 to October 10, 2026.
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Nassar spent five consecutive days sewing in a remarkable demonstration of endurance, skill and determination, with the aim of putting Nigeria on the global stage through the record attempt.
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Following the completion of the 120-hour challenge, all evidence and documentation from the exercise will be submitted to Guinness World Records for verification.
If the attempt is ratified, Nassar will officially become the new world record holder for the longest sewing marathon by an individual.