Nigerian woman Habibat Salawudeen Ihiovi-Jack is aiming to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest marathon Bible reading by completing 144 consecutive hours of reading in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
The record attempt, tagged “144 Hours in the Word,” commenced on June 22 at Novotel in Port Harcourt and is scheduled to conclude on July 2, in line with Guinness World Records guidelines.
As of Sunday morning, Habibat had surpassed the 100-hour milestone, entering the final phase of the challenge.
Videos shared online showed her reading aloud from a lectern and at a desk, with digital timers logging her time as family, friends, and church members supported her on-site.
According to organisers, the attempt follows official GWR rules, which require participants to read aloud continuously and permit only short breaks for essential needs.
Habibat, a member of The Summit Bible Church in Port Harcourt, said the challenge is a faith-led initiative aimed at inspiring deeper engagement with Scripture.
The marathon has drawn attention on social media and adds to Nigeria’s recent run of endurance record attempts.
