The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has congratulated Nigerian chef Hilda Effiong Bassey, aka Hilda Baci, following her certification as the new record holder for the longest cooking marathon by an individual.

The Daily Post reported that Guinness World Records finally certified Hilda as the new record holder for the longest cooking marathon by an individual on Tuesday.

Reacting via his Twitter handle, Obi said Hilda has carved her “name in the golden books of history and has brought great honor to our nation.”

He wrote, “Congratulations to you Hilda Baci @hildabacicooks on breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking time by an individual. You believed in your vision, you persevered till the end, and you have now carved your name in the golden books of history and brought great honor to our nation. You have, by your victory, reminded us that the path through which one attains victory in any endeavor must be excellent. By towing the path of hard work and determination, you broke a world record.”

The former Anambra State Governor said millions of people worldwide are now inspired by Hilda.