Date: 2013-03-16

MR. Oluwagbemiga Adesoye, a civil engineer from Offa, Offa Local Government Area (LGA) of Kwara State has joined the family of Guinness World Records' holders. It is not certain, however, if Adesoye, who is also the son of the foremost Nigerian educationist, Chief Emmanuel Adesoye, is the only known Nigerian among the family.

In a letter dated February 15, this year, written by Kristin Teufel, from the headquarters of Guinness World Records Limited, Drummond Street London, Adesoye was described as a genius for designing and putting into use, the largest Ludo Board Game in the world.

According to Teufel, "we are pleased to confirm that you have successfully set the new Guinness World Records title for Largest Board Game, Ludo. We know what an incredible experience it is to join the Guinness World Records family of record holders. Enclosed is your official Guinness Records Certificate confirming your title."

The game, a hitherto indoor game was presented and measured in Adesoye College Offa on July 3rd, 2012 with four referees. It started at 3.55 pm and ended at 4.43pm.

The event creator and initiator, Adesoye attributed the idea to "God who is the wisest."