The “marathon craze” in Nigeria has a new hero, and she’s currently on oxygen support. Princess Ntuk Williams, popularly known as DJ Pretty Play, is the name on everyone’s lips after she successfully completed a staggering 300-hour non-stop DJ set at the Bay Lounge in Lekki, Lagos.
The attempt, which concluded on March 15, 2026, saw the Akwa Ibom-born DJ push far beyond her original 288-hour target to ensure a “buffer” against any potential timing disputes.
A Marathon of Setbacks
Pretty Play’s journey was a masterclass in resilience, marked by physical and technical hurdles that would have broken most:
- The Heartbreaking Restart: Early in the attempt, a power outage that lasted more than 10 seconds forced her to restart from Day 1, as per strict Guinness World Record (GWR) rules.
- The “Song Repetition” Reset: Four days into her second attempt, an inadvertent song repetition triggered another partial reset, but she persevered.
- The Physical Toll: Following the 12-day stint, the DJ shared harrowing images of her severely swollen feet. She was briefly hospitalized and required oxygen support for breathing complications and extreme fatigue.
The “GWR Obsession” Context
In a recent interview with HipTV (April 2, 2026), DJ Pretty Play addressed the growing national trend of Nigerians seeking world records. She defended her attempt as “the toughest,” noting that while others may have had bigger crowds, the mental and physical isolation of a 300-hour set is incomparable. She noted her motivation wasn’t just fame, but a desire to stop being “overlooked” in a male-dominated industry.
The Current Standing
While the official “certificate” is still pending GWR verification, she has effectively shattered the previous long-standing record held by DJ Obi, who played for 240 hours in 2016.
