Nigerian Dancer Ben Dancer Dances Non-Stop for Seven Days for Record
Benjamin Daniel completed a 168-hour attempt in Lagos to break the record for the longest solo dance marathon, after which he was hospitalized.
Nigerian dancer Benjamin Daniel completed a 168-hour dance marathon in Lagos to enter the Guinness World Records. Known as 'Ben Dancer', the 33-year-old dancer was transferred to the hospital after completing his targeted duration.
Marathon Held in Lagos
Nigerian dancer Benjamin Daniel danced continuously for 168 hours in Lagos with the aim of breaking the world record for the longest individual dance marathon.
Reaching the Goal Among Supporters
Cheered on enthusiastically by friends and supporters at Freedom Park in Lagos, the 33-year-old dancer reached his targeted duration in the early hours of the local time.
Process Continuing Beyond the Goal
Continuing to dance even after reaching his goal, Benjamin Daniel performed for a total of an extra nine hours until noon, according to information shared by his team.
Health Check at the Hospital
Visually exhausted and fatigued, the dancer was taken to the hospital for a detailed health check following the record attempt.
Guinness World Records Process
The Guinness World Records organization confirmed that it has received Benjamin Daniel's official application for the title.
Who Is the Current Record Holder
The current record in the individual dance marathon category is known as the 127-hour mark set by Indian dancer Srushti Sudhir Jagtap in 2023.