Victor Nwegede inscribes how perseverance lifted Ebonyi enenter, MC Walter to global fame
Episodes have continued to take us back to one of the realistic maxims of Nelson Mandela when he said, "It always seems impossible until it is done." Subscribing to Nelson Mandela's aphorism implies success and failure should not be perceived as the final, at any point in every pursuit but what counts is courage.
Too, one setting a goal to achieve should be more practically skilful, having grasped the fundamental qualities including passion, teamwork, stamina and responsibility. But above all, to truly succeed and make it to the top, perseverance must secure a prominent niche in the quest.
The above illustration can be related to MC Walter's recent performance in the entertainment industry.
His recent feat as the 130 hours marathon entertainer in the Guinness Book of World Records, GBWR has earned him multiple praises in all breaths of the world.
It could be recalled that Chukwuemeka Nwota is a popular Nigerian Comedian generally known by his stage Moniker, MC Walter.
Walter on Tuesday 18th July 2023 by 8 am began with incredible bravery and fascination to break the Guinness World Record of entertaining guests for over 130 hours nonstop.
MC Walter who hails from Amikeaba town in Ebonyi Local Government Area of Ebonyi State Nigeria later emerged as the first Marathon Entertainer in the Guinness Book of World Records on Sunday.
He completed the Marathon Entertainment tournament at exactly 7 pm on Sunday 23rd July 2023, though in his remark, assured that he would extend the fixed time just to make his admirers more happy before leaving the stage.
Nigerian Pilot learnt that the World Marathon Entertainer has distinguished himself in the entertainment industry, as a gifted Master of Ceremony (MC), which earned him the popular sobriquet MC Walter worldwide.
The entertainment tournament which took place at the Citi Hub Event Centre Abakaliki, the Ebonyi State capital, recorded many of MC Walter's admirers including academic, business, entertainment, political, and religious actors among others.
Friends and well-wishers including the Governor of Ebonyi State, Chief Francis Nwifuru have congratulated Walter on his new accomplishment.
Governor Nwifuru lauded the resilience and grit demonstrated by Walter Chukwemeka as he sets a Guinness World Record for 130 Hours Marathon Entertainment.
The Governor described Walter as a quintessential Comedian who has made immense contributions to the entertainment industry.
The governor who pledged to honour Walter made this known in a press release issued and made available to journalists by his Chief Press Secretary, Monday Uzor, in Abakaliki, the State capital.
"I join fans and people of goodwill in celebrating our young talented Walter as he sets a global record in entertainment.
"It did not come to me as a surprise because he has always been a talented and resourceful entertainer whose passion and dedication knew no bounds.
"With his creative talent, passion and dedication, Walter has not only carved a niche for himself but has placed Ebonyi State and Nigeria in the global spotlight," part of the release read.
Governor Nwifuru who commended Walter for making Ebonyi entertainment industry a global brand encouraged youths to emulate him by working assiduously to make maximum use of their talents.
He assured that his administration will continue to use the Ministry of Skills Development and job creation to encourage youths to harness their potential and get to the zenith of their career.
The Governor commended Ebonyi people for their solidarity which he said was a huge encouragement to the young Walter to achieve the rare distinction of achieving a world record.
On his part, the 2023 Labour Party Candidate for Abakaliki/Izzi Federal Constituency, Dr Ezeh Emmanuel Ezeh popularly known as Immaculate commended the bravery of Mr Chukwuemeka Nwota which made him emerge the 130 hours Marathon-Entertainer in the Guinness Book of the World Records, GBWR.
Ezeh described MC Walter as an Izhi illustrious son in Ebonyi State Nigeria, who has distinguished himself in the entertainment industry.
The Ebonyi State Labour Party Chieftain further described MC Walter as a model of hard work, preparedness and resilience.
According to Ezeh, the Guinness Book of World Records inspires thousands of people annually to attempt record-breaking feats is a good platform.
He declared that the platform would be utilised by people around the world not only to put themselves and their communities on the world map but also to market their brands.
His words, "The Guinness Book of World Records, which inspires tens of thousands of people annually to attempt record-breaking feats is a good platform which people around the world utilize not only to put themselves and their communities on the world map but also to market their brands.
"It is very heartwarming to find an Ebonyi young man who has taken the courage to make the Abakaliki city a world flashpoint in the past few days.
"Walter represents the I-CAN-DO spirit of the average Ebonyian and, indeed the Nigerian youths.
"It is therefore in the spirit of our drive for a New Nigeria where many more of our young people are expected to unleash various innate potentials dominant in them, that I applaud the support from ordinary Ebonyians irrespective of political, social, and economic leanings.
"This is the unity of purpose we need as Ndi Ebonyi and indeed Nigerians in our quest to Recover, Restore and Rebuild Naija. Congratulations and to God be the glory."
Also, the former Commissioner for Information and State Orientation, Dr Chike Onwe congratulated MC Walter and described his emergence as the World Marathon Entertainer as a lift landing for Ebonyi State and Nigeria at large on the global map especially in the entertainment industry.
Dr Onwe who is a Senior Lecturer in the Mass Communication Department at Ebonyi State University recalled that Ebonyi people have suffered many deprivations in the past as they were seen as second-class citizens both in Igbo communities and other parts of Nigeria as a nation.
The Lecturer commended MC Walter whom he described as a brand new liberator of Ebonyi State and Nigeria in the global entertainment industry.
He said: "Before now, Ebonyi people have suffered many denials of their rights as a human nation. Until people like MC Walter began to display their talents, the kind of rejection and marginalization, Ebonyi men and women suffered in the past would have not stopped.
"We were taken to be a second-class people but today, Ebonyians are on their giant feet in many fields of human endeavours taking Ebonyi, the Igbo land and Nigeria as a nation to the world fame.
"MC Walter has given Ebonyi people today a brand new certificate in the global map of the entertainment industry. You have proved that there is nothing impossible to achieve.
"For a young man to stand over 130 hours moving his body on his feet, making people feel happy in a very innovative way, means something is good there. It's a task before all of you seated here and you can make it. We must take it, this way, Ebonyi State can't go back again, rather Ebonyi people will continue to set the example in the global map.
"Dear MC Walter, I assure you as you keep standing till 7 pm this evening, the world will stand up for you without ending."
In addition, the Ebonyi State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon Stephen Uchenna Igwe praised the courage, determination and perseverance of MC Walter for achieving the feat of 130-hour marathon-Entertainment in the World Guinness Book of Records
Igwe while congratulating the record breaker said he has demonstrated the true spirit of Ebonyi man who out of resilience achieves the impossible in the eyes of many. He commended MC Walter for making Ebonyi State proud through focused hard work.
Commissioner Igwe noted that the exploit and success achieved by the entertainer is a morale booster to other youths that they can achieve anything praiseworthy if they are truly determined to do it without looking at the challenges of getting to their zenith.
"My family and the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters are happy to identify with this success achieved by this young man who took the bold steps to register his name in gold. He has made Ebonyi State proud and has challenged other youths to always channel their energy and talents towards areas that will promote the State and bring Honour to them.
"Let me also thank our dear Governor for providing a peaceful environment for Ebonyi youths to harness their talents. Other youths should toe the same line because MC Walter has distinguished himself as a role model to other youths. Once again, I join all Ebonyians to say Congratulations to him," he said.
Further, the Prince of Ebonyi Urban Monarch, Hon Friday Oketa, commended MC Walter for breaking the Guinness Book of World Records as a Marathon Entertainer even when some people were making a mockery of him at the onset.
The Prince of the Nkaleke Echera Autonomous Community housing Ebonyi urban population including Amikeaba, the native town of MC Walter applauded his determination and endurance which made him emerged as the World Marathon Entertainer.
While praising the Word Guinness Record breaker, Prince Oketa, said, Walter has exemplified the true personality of Ebonyi man who out of solidity performs the unthinkable in the sights of a myriad of the watchers.
He lauded MC Walter for making the Ebonyi people delighted as a result of his determination and perseverance.
The Prince of the Urban Monarch noted that the accomplishment by the record breaker has become a profound promoter of youth commitment towards pursuing their goals to surmount their challenges and attain the pinnacle of their targets.
Oketa also commended Ebonyi State governor, Chief Francis Nwifuru for promising to honour the latest and first record breaker in the entertainment industry worldwide.
He noted that the pledge by the governor when fulfilled will turn a booster to encourage more talented Ebonyi citizens especially the youth to make greater exploits in the global society.
He urged every youth to emulate MC Walter by exploring and activating ventures that will signpost Ebonyi state products in the world map of creativity, innovation and general development, with much emphasis on adding value to humanity
Other speakers at the occasion especially the guest artists who described the world breaker as a determined fellow, recommended that Governor Francis Nwifuru-led administration should consider honouring MC Walter at least, to be among his appointees as the Commissioner for Entertainment Industry in the state.
