Kebbi Indigene Rides World’s Tallest Bicycle, Enters Guinness Book Of World Records

BIRNIN-KEBBI – Kebbi State has recorded another remarkable milestone on the global stage as one it’s indigenes, Bello Muhammad, earns international recognition from Guinness World Records for riding the tallest bicycle unsupported, measuring an impressive 2.9 metres (9 feet 5 inches) in height.

The historic achievement was formally celebrated on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, with the presentation of a Guinness World Records certificate to the Kebbi State Government at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Ultra-Modern Secretariat, Gwadangaji, Birnin Kebbi.

The certificate was presented by the Patron of the Kebbi Equity Cyclist Association, Alhaji Abubakar Kalgo, to the state government, represented by the Head of Service, Malami Shekare.

The ceremony was attended by the Commissioner for Information and Culture, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed-BK; the Governor’s media aides; officials of the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development; members of the cycling association; and other distinguished personalities.

According to the certificate, Bello Muhammad achieved the record for riding the tallest bicycle unsupported, measuring 2.9 metres (9 feet 5 inches), in Kebbi State, Nigeria, on September 22, 2026.

Speaking at the presentation, Alhaji Abubakar Kalgo described the recognition as a landmark achievement for Kebbi State, demonstrating the creativity, determination, technical ingenuity and exceptional abilities of its young people.

He explained that Bello Muhammad personally fabricated the towering bicycle and demonstrated the extraordinary skill required to ride it without assistance, including mounting and dismounting it independently, thereby fulfilling the requirements for the international record.

Kalgo expressed delight that the accomplishment had brought Kebbi State into the global spotlight, describing it as a source of immense pride for the government and people of the state. He subsequently presented the record-breaking cyclist and his Guinness World Records certificate to the state government.

Receiving the presentation on behalf of Governor Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, the Head of Service, Malami Shekare, congratulated Bello Muhammad on the outstanding feat, describing it as an inspiring demonstration of how creativity, perseverance and determination can translate talent into extraordinary achievement.

In recognition of the cyclist’s remarkable accomplishment, the Head of Service donated ₦1 million to Bello Muhammad, commending his ingenuity and for bringing international recognition and honour to Kebbi State.

Shekare noted that the achievement came at a time when the Kebbi State Government is intensifying efforts to promote youth development, encourage sporting excellence and create opportunities for young people to identify, nurture and showcase their talents.

He observed that Kebbi youths had continued to distinguish themselves in various sporting activities, including football and handball, adding that Bello Muhammad’s Guinness World Records achievement further demonstrated the enormous potential of young people in the state when their talents are developed and their ambitions pursued with dedication.

The Head of Service reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to encouraging talented young men and women to pursue excellence and achieve feats capable of earning them recognition at national and international levels.

He urged young people across the state to draw inspiration from Bello Muhammad’s success by embracing creativity, discipline, hard work and determination in their chosen fields, stressing that individual talent and innovation can bring honour to their communities and the state at large.

The Commissioner for Information and Culture, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed-BK, also commended the cyclist for the historic accomplishment, noting that the feat underscored the importance of providing an enabling environment in which young people can develop their abilities, explore innovative ideas and transform their aspirations into tangible achievements.

He said the international recognition demonstrated the capacity of Kebbi indigenes to excel beyond conventional boundaries and project the state positively through innovation, talent and dedication.

Ahmed-BK encouraged young people to remain focused on their ambitions and continue developing their skills, assuring them that the state government would sustain efforts to promote initiatives that identify and showcase youth potential while bringing positive recognition to Kebbi State.

In his remarks, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, Alhaji Saidu Buhari Warrah who represented the Commissioner for Youths and Sports, described the recognition as a proud moment for the ministry and the entire state.

He recalled that Bello Muhammad had previously distinguished himself at the Argungu International Fishing Festival, where he emerged as the winner among 507 contestants.

He congratulated the cyclist on his latest accomplishment and prayed for continued success for Bello Muhammad and greater progress for Kebbi State.

The Governor’s media aides were also present at the certificate presentation. They included the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Yahaya Sarki; the Special Adviser on Orientation and Public Enlightenment, Ibrahim A. Jombali; the Special Adviser on New Media, Aliyu Bandado; and the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ahmad Idris.

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