Lagos, Oct 6, 2016 – Nigeria’s stand-up comedian, Gandoki has broken the Guinness World Record in stand-up comedy by an individual.
The sassy comedian broke the records after performing non stop for a record 42 hours and 10 minutes, the highest time any stand-up comedian has performed on stage.
The record was previously held by The Midnight Swinger aka David Scott who performed non-stop on stage for 40 hours and 8 minutes, at the Diamond Jo Casino in Dubuque, Iowa, USA, from 29-30 April 2013. However, Gandoki broke the record at The Exclusive Mansions Hotel, Opposite Landmark Event Centre, Water Corporation off Ligali Ayorinde Street, Victoria Island, Lagos from Thursday, September 29 to Saturday, October 1.
The record is however yet to be updated by Guinness. Gandoki, whose real name isTony Mofe Ereku is one of the pioneers of the comedy industry. Born in Warri Delta State, he started alongside Alibaba, AyComedy, Basketmouth and Gordons.
He has been part of so many successful comedy shows and outfits in Nigeria, Europe and North-America. His name remains a household name everyone can connect with.
Gandoki is a recipient of many awards. He is currently signed to RG5 Management a subsidiary of Reitigh G. Nig. Ltd (Reitigh Group) home to other talents such as Dj Consequence, Sandra Ogbebor (Miss Globe 2014/2015 beauty pageant) & Damz.
