Over 800 People Formed Naira Symbol (₦) To Enter Guinness World Book

Hundreds of Nigerians will attempt to set a Guinness World Book Record in London with over 800 people forming the naira symbol (₦) on October 1 to mark the country's 56th independence day anniversary celebrations.

This event is organised by Valerie Kerri, Nigerian best-selling author of The JJC Handbook, a how-to manual for Nigerians living in the UK. Valerie in conjunction with various groups and sponsors is trying to raise awareness to the declining state of the naira against foreign markets and currencies like the pound and euro.

Ms Kerry said: "Why the naira? To protest against the rapidly declining naira exchange rate which is causing an economic depression and unrest in Nigeria?"

She added that the day promises to be a fun-filled day with attendees encouraged to participate with friends and family. This family day will end with all registrants having group family picnics after the attempt.

To pull it off though, more than 800 people must stand in the currency shape for at least two minutes recorded by the award officiator to beat the previous record. Taking place at Hampstead Heath Park in north London, the event will be start at 12 noon and last until 3pm.