Abel Yakubu, a Nigerian-born cloud engineer and founder of NexEdge Technologies, has been officially confirmed by Guinness World Records as the holder of the Longest Computer Programming Lesson, after delivering a marathon 60-hour session in Abuja.
The historic record attempt took place between November 21 and 23, 2025, and was confirmed in a statement released on Thursday. Yakubu’s feat surpassed the previous global record of 48 hours and 15 minutes, marking a notable moment for Nigeria’s fast growing technology ecosystem.
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The three day lesson, which ran continuously from 11 am on Friday to 11 pm on Sunday, was supported by 30 committed participants and monitored by 20 independent witnesses in line with Guinness World Records guidelines. More than 60 students took part in the session, which was streamed live across major social media platforms.
“I, Abel Yakubu of NexEdge Technologies, with the support of 30 committed participants and 20 independent witnesses, have been approved as the Guinness World Record title holder for the Longest Computer Programming Lesson,” Yakubu said.
He described the achievement as a product of teamwork, shared belief and careful planning, while thanking everyone who contributed to the success of the record attempt.
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With over a decade of experience in cloud engineering, Yakubu structured the lesson around major cloud computing platforms, including Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure. The programme focused on practical skills and real world applications, reflecting the growing global demand for cloud and digital expertise.
“I undertook this challenge to inspire young tech enthusiasts to develop strong tech skills, especially as AI adoption continues to rise globally,” he said. “It is important for young people to acquire hands-on skills that will prepare them for the future of work.”
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Yakubu revealed that he spent two months preparing both physically and mentally for the challenge, noting that the overnight sessions were the most demanding part of the exercise.
Beyond the record, he said the goal was to use the moment to encourage wider participation in technology across Nigeria. He disclosed that he had trained more than 200 young people in the past year and urged parents to support their children in acquiring digital skills.
