The town of Iragberi in Egbedore Local Government Area of Osun State is in a jubilant mood following the historic achievement of one of its own, Stephen Oyelami, who was part of the team that set a new Guinness World Record for the longest reading aloud session by a team clocking an impressive 424 hours.
The record-breaking feat has attracted widespread celebration and commendation from local organizations, student associations, sports clubs, and prominent community stakeholders.
The National Association of Iragberi Students (NAIS), Ultimate Star FC, Iragberi, and several other stakeholders have extended their heartfelt congratulations to Oyelami for his outstanding contribution to the record-setting event.
Speaking on behalf of the community, Alhaji Akeem Olajide, pioneer President of the Federation of Egbedore Local Government Students Association (FELGSA), lauded Oyelami’s resilience and dedication.
“Huge congratulations to our son, Stephen Oyelami. I and the entire National Association of Iragberi Students are immensely proud of your role in achieving this Guinness World Record in reading.
Your dedication, passion, and perseverance have paid off. You are an inspiration to many! Keep shining and reaching for new heights,” said Alhaji Olajide.
The accomplishment is being hailed as a proud moment not just for Iragberi but for the entire Egbedore Local Government Area and Osun State at large.
Stephen Oyelami’s participation in the record-setting event is seen as a beacon of youth excellence and a testament to the intellectual potential within the region.
His achievement is expected to inspire more young people in the area to pursue academic and personal excellence.
Local leaders have called on state authorities and educational institutions to recognise Oyelami and the team officially, as well as invest in more youth-centered literary initiatives across the state.
The new Guinness World Record serves as a milestone not only for the participants but also for the communities they represent reinforcing the value of education, teamwork, and perseverance.
