The Cross River State government has endorsed Awade Jacob Awade, aka Awaade of Lagos on his ongoing attempt to break Guinness World Record for Theatre-thon by an individual.
Speaking at venue for the attempt, Erasmus Ekpang, State Commissioner for Information stated that government is aware of the official attempt undertaken by the young crossriverian with assurances of massive support.
Ekpang added that in pursuit of shaping destinies of Crossriverians through the ‘People First’ mantra of the current administration, the government will stop at nothing in promoting noble ideas that places Cross River State in the global map for good.
Assuring of periodic visits and material support for the project, the state information boss reaffirmed the administration’s dexterity in restoring human dignity.
The visit by the Information Commissioner was accompanied by Michael Odere, State Commissioner for Finance and other well-meaning Nigerians.
Currently, Awade is attempting to break a record set by Adrian Hilton in 1987.
The longest marathon theater performance by an individual, a Guinness World Record, was achieved by Adrian Hilton (UK), who recited the complete works of Shakespeare for 110 hours and 46 minutes.
Thus far, the Theatre-thon challenge of 120 hours has accomplished over 110 hours and counting.
