FUOYE Student Completes 200-Hour Drumming Marathon, Awaits Guinness World Records Confirmation
Olaniyi Israel Adewale, also known as Enny Percussions, a 300-level computer science student at the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), has completed a remarkable 200-hour drumming marathon, aiming to set a new world record as an individual percussionist.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
Olaniyi Israel Adewale, a student at the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), has achieved a remarkable feat by completing a 200-hour drumming marathon, aiming to set a new world record as an individual percussionist.
Adewale, popularly known as Enny Percussions, embarked on his journey on April 29, initially attempting a 150-hour drumming session using an African talking drum. However, after surpassing the 150-hour mark, the determined 300-level computer science student decided to push himself further by adding an extra 50 hours to his marathon.
The Guinness World Records (GWR) acknowledged and approved Adewale's attempt, marking a significant milestone in his career as a percussionist. Expressing his gratitude on Instagram, Adewale thanked everyone who supported him throughout the grueling challenge, including those who attended, shared, and cheered him on during live sessions.
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Acknowledging the support received, Adewale expressed special gratitude to @mlpercussions for sponsoring his official attempt and providing the necessary resources to fuel his passion for this new achievement. He also appreciated the unexpected support from notable personalities like @woliagba_ayoajewole, whose acknowledgment and repost added to the encouragement.
Adewale's remarkable feat holds the potential to break the current world record for the longest marathon drumming by an individual, currently set at 150 hours and 1 minute. Achieved by Allister Brown in the UK, this record-setting attempt aimed to raise awareness for pancreatic cancer and honor Brown's late partner, raising substantial funds for charitable causes in the process.
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As Adewale awaits official confirmation from Guinness World Records, his dedication and perseverance in pursuing this extraordinary achievement serve as an inspiration to aspiring percussionists and enthusiasts worldwide.
