Short video platform, TikTok, short video platform, has permanently banned the account of a Nigerian man , Young C, who embarked on a 24-hour challenge of being buried alive.
Checks by our reporter on the platform showed that his
profile was no longer available.
Young C had caused a stir online on Wednesday when he
embarked on a challenge to be buried alive in a coffin for 24 hours.
Young C’s stunt bears resemblance to a similar challenge
undertaken by American YouTuber MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson), who spent 50 hours
buried alive two years ago to raise awareness about deforestation.
Mr Beast attempted to surpass his own record by spending
seven consecutive days buried in a coffin, overcoming physical and mental
challenges before being exhumed.
In an update on his Instagram account on Thursday he said,
“Guys, I am still alive, I am still fine, I am okay. A lot of you might think
something has happened, but nothing has happened, I am fine.
Breathing heavily he said, “My problem is just that I have
run out of water, I might be forced to drink this (my urine). Guys, I am fine.”
Young C had embarked on this daring challenge on Wednesday,
announcing his intention.
He shared a video on his Instagram account, emphasising that
the stunt was genuine and not a hoax. He also announced his plan to broadcast
live footage from the coffin at night.
In an earlier update, Young C revealed that he had been
buried for over 8 hours and was experiencing physical discomfort, including
excessive sweating.
He shared a video from the coffin, showing his camera and
light still functioning, and expressed his determination to complete the
challenge.