Nigerian Saxophonist G-Effect Targets Guinness World Record for Longest Saxophone Marathon
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Nigerian saxophonist and music minister, Adekeye Gbemileke Samuel, popularly known as G-Effect, has announced plans to attempt the Guinness World Record for the Longest Marathon Playing the Saxophone in a bid to inspire young talents and place Nigerian instrumental music on the global stage.
Speaking about the challenge, G-Effect described the attempt as more than just a quest to break a world record, saying it represents courage, resilience, purpose, and hope for aspiring creatives across Africa.
According to him, the initiative is designed to encourage people never to give up on their dreams regardless of their personal struggles or limitations.
“This is beyond setting a record; it is about inspiring people never to give up on their dreams regardless of their background, struggles, or limitations,” he said.
The saxophonist explained that music has remained a major part of his life and personal healing journey despite difficult experiences and personal challenges encountered over the years.
He added that the record attempt is also aimed at promoting Nigerian creativity, African talent, and live instrumental music internationally.
G-Effect noted that many gifted young musicians often struggle with limited visibility and support, expressing hope that the challenge would encourage and motivate upcoming talents around the world.
Speaking on preparations for the challenge, G-Effect disclosed that he and his team have commenced intensive physical, mental, spiritual, and musical training ahead of the attempt scheduled for 27th / 28th May, 2026.
He explained that the marathon requires exceptional stamina, breathing control, concentration, and proper health management, adding that arrangements are already being made for rehearsals, medical support, hydration plans, technical logistics, and compliance with Guinness World Records guidelines.
“My goal is not just to break a record but to create a moment that will inspire millions of people across the world,” he said. “I want people to see that impossible things can become possible when passion meets preparation.”
The musician also expressed optimism that the attempt would create more opportunities for instrumental
The current Guinness World Record for the Longest Marathon Playing the Saxophone is held by Elvis Nunes Sousa of Portugal, who achieved the feat by playing continuously for 33 hours in September 2025 in Funchal, Madeira.
Before Sousa’s achievement, the record was held by Mysore Sainatha Subbalaxmi of India, who completed a 26-hour and 23-minute saxophone marathon in 2023.
