I’m pained even though I ate his banku – McBrown reacts to Chef Smith’s fake GWR certificate

According to her, after showing support to Afua Asantewaa and Adu Sarfowaa when they embarked on Guinness World Records attempts, she thought it wise to be present at Chef Smith’s cook-a-thon venue to show him support as well.

She indicated that upon her arrival at the venue, she was served banku, which she ate to demonstrate her wholehearted support.

Speaking on her OnuaShowtime programme on Onua TV, McBrown stated that Chef Smith’s deceptive attempt hurt her a lot.

“At this point, I am pained. You know that I attended the other record attempts, including Afua and Adu Safowaa’s, so I had to pass through. One reason was that the premises belonged to my brother, and also, I was conducting McBrown’s kitchen around that area. When I got there, banku was ready, so I was served some of the food and I ate it.”

“So, we were all waiting for positive results. We recently saw people congratulating him, only to later discover that it was a fake framework. So, until the verification came, we all thought he had won,” she said in Twi.

Background:

In a widely circulated video on social media, Chef Smith was tearfully seen on his knees alongside two emotional women as he offered a heartfelt apology to the nation, expressing deep regret for his actions.

“I have committed a great sin and I don’t even deserve to live anymore. Please forgive me and my entire family. I have wronged the entire nation,” he said in Twi.

Chef Smith admitted that although he had applied to attempt breaking the record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual, his application was not approved by Guinness World Records.

Despite this, he proceeded with his attempt.

“I registered, but my application was not approved. I just wanted a chance to showcase the talent God has given me. I wanted the opportunity to demonstrate my passion for cooking and gain fame. I apologize,” he tearfully expressed.

He mentioned several individuals, including the president, vice president, former President Mahama and his wife, and Nana Boro, in his apology.

What happened:

Ghanaian Chef Ebenezer Smith conducted his cooking marathon from February 1 to March 6, 2024, at Amadia Shopping Centre in Spintex, Accra.

On July 2, 2024, Chef Smith claimed to have set a new record for the longest cooking marathon.

However, his claim was disputed by Guinness World Records (GWR), which clarified that they had not received an application from him, the certificate he presented was not valid, and the official record is still held by Alan Fisher of Ireland.

Chef Smith’s arrest during a press conference further raised questions.

The sponsors of the event, Amadia Shopping Centre, explained that they had a contract with Chef Smith to support his attempt but were unaware of the press conference he organized.

Additionally, the Chefs Association of Ghana also clarified that Chef Smith is not a registered member, despite his use of their logo during his attempt.