Nigerian Magician Sets 50-Hour Guinness World Record

Ibitoy Kingfahd, popularly known as Faddothegreat, achieved a remarkable feat by breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest magic show performed by an individual. His record-setting performance took place from November 27 to 29, 2025, at the iconic Victoria Island in Lagos, Nigeria.

Faddothegreat performed for an uninterrupted 50 hours, surpassing the previous record held by UK magician Richard Smith, who performed for 30 hours and 45 minutes in Liverpool on August 7-8, 2004. During his marathon session, Faddothegreat executed hundreds of tricks without repetition, successfully engaging the audience throughout.

The attempt was conducted under strict supervision by Guinness World Records, which later confirmed his achievement on their official website. Faddothegreat's endeavor aims to challenge misconceptions about magic in Nigeria and across Africa, promoting broader acceptance of the art form.

He celebrated his success on social media, expressing gratitude to his team, sponsors, and volunteers for their support in marking this significant milestone for Nigerian magic on the global stage.