29-year-old Abubakar Tahiru from Ghana, who is currently studying forestry at Auburn University in Alabama, made headlines for setting a world record. This remarkable feat took place at Tuskegee National Forest where Tahiru wrapped his arms around an astonishing 1,123 trees in just one hour.
Growing up in a farming community in Tepa, Ghana, Tahiru developed a passion for nature conservation early on which led him to pursue a master’s degree in forestry. To achieve this record, Tahiru had to embrace each tree with both arms in a close hug without causing any harm to the trees. He was not allowed to hug the same tree more than once, requiring him to move quickly from one tree to another. Despite the physical exertion involved, Tahiru managed to maintain a rapid pace, averaging 19 trees hugged per minute.
What made Tahiru’s record even more remarkable was the fact that he was fasting for Ramadan at the time of the attempt. He had to complete the challenge without drinking water which added an extra layer of difficulty. However, Tahiru saw this as an advantage as it allowed him to continue uninterrupted from start to finish.
By breaking this world record, Tahiru aimed to raise awareness about the importance of trees and environmental conservation. His incredible achievement underscores the significance of preserving our natural resources for future generations.