MOUAU Graduate Aims to Shatter Guinness World Record in 72-Hour Quiz Marathon
Prince George Ogwuru, a recent graduate of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike (MOUAU), is poised to make history by attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the longest quiz marathon.
Mary Nwaeze 
In a groundbreaking endeavor, Prince George Ogwuru, a recent graduate of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike (MOUAU), is poised to make history by attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the longest quiz marathon. Ogwuru, a 25-year-old graduate in Plant Health Management, has received official approval to embark on a 72-hour marathon quiz competition aimed at promoting lifelong learning and raising awareness about the significance of Agriculture.
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The approval letter, with reference number 230614174306lmaa, states, "We are pleased to inform you that your application has been accepted under the following title: Longest Marathon as a quiz Master."
Scheduled for April 23 - 27, 2024, at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike, Abia State, the event is expected to draw participants from various agricultural disciplines, including Crop Protection, Agronomy, Soil Science, Animal Science, Fishery, Forestry, Veterinary Medicine, Food Science and Technology, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Engineering, Rural sociology, and Extension.
Ogwuru, who graduated in September 2023 and is awaiting his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) call-up, expressed his intention to use the competition to inspire a reading culture and healthy competition among the youth.
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"My goal is to raise awareness on the importance of Agriculture and its role in our society. Through this extraordinary feat, I aspire to inspire young minds, demonstrate the importance of mental fitness and brain power, instill a love for reading, and bring Nigerian students all over the nation in the spirit of friendly competition," Ogwuru stated.
To ensure a cohesive and well-structured collection of questions, he has meticulously planned the quiz marathon, focusing on a wide range of agricultural-related topics. Participants will face a relentless schedule, with only five minutes break intervals for every one hour throughout the three days.
Ogwuru, with a deep passion for education and agriculture, emphasized his commitment to promoting agriculture through this remarkable journey. He expressed excitement about pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of quiz marathons and encouraged all interested participants to join in making history.
The event promises to be a platform for young farmers to explore the diversities in the agricultural sector and aims to leave a lasting impact on education and agriculture in Nigeria. Ogwuru concluded by stating that participation in the quiz marathon is free, and he looks forward to the support of the public in making this extraordinary adventure a success.
For further details and updates on the event, interested participants and the public can visit the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike website or follow the dedicated social media handles created for the quiz marathon.
