Hilda Effiong Bassey is a renowned Nigerian chef who has made significant contributions to the culinary industry in Nigeria. Born in Cross River State, Nigeria, Hilda developed a passion for cooking from a young age. She is widely regarded as one of the most innovative chefs in Nigeria, known for her unique cooking style that combines traditional Nigerian flavors with contemporary techniques.

Supporters at the cook-a-thon competition taking place at the Amore Gardens in Lekki are currently sharing videos of themselves applauding and congratulating the young chef on reaching the milestone.

Hilda was originally scheduled to end at 4 p.m. today, surpassing the current Guinness World Record holder for the "longest cooking marathon by an individual" with her 96-hour goal.
The chef from Lagos began the competition on Thursday after turning on her stove at 4 p.m. and breaking the current world record on Monday morning.

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If certified after 100 hours, she will surpass Lata Tondon, an Indian chef who set the record in 2019 with 87 hours and 45 minutes of continuous cookery.