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Kazeem Sanusi, University of Ilorin student who set new global record in Mathematics
By MUJIDAT OYEWOLE
Kazeem Sanusi, a final year student in the Mathematics Department, of the University of Ilorin has set a new Guinness World Book Record for the ‘Longest Mathematics Lesson.’
Sanusi broke the record with a lecture spanning 31 hours, 42 minutes and 54 seconds.
This is contained in a statement issued by the Director of Corporate Affairs of Unilorin, Mr. Kunle Akogun on Tuesday, in Ilorin.
Akogun said the ground-breaking event was witnessed by representatives of the Guinness World Record, as the student smashed the previous record of 26 hours of non-stop lessons.
“Kazeem performed the feat to the cheers of a captivated audience, led by the University Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Wahab Egbewole (SAN) and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Management Services), Prof. Adegboyega Fawole.
Also present at the event were the Registrar, Mr. Mansur Alfanla, Dean of Physical Sciences, Prof. Abdullahi Baba, Dean of Student Affairs, Dr. Alex Akanmu, and Student Union President, Victor Agezeh, among others.
The Director said that Sanusi eagerly awaits official confirmation from the Guinness World Record. (NAN)
