Lagos, Nigeria – Nigerian celebrity chef Hilda Baci has once again entered the Guinness World Records, this time for preparing the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice, weighing an astonishing 8,780 kilograms (19,356 pounds, 9 ounces).
The record-breaking feat took place in partnership with Gino Nigeria at the Gino World Jollof Festival held at the Eko Hotel in Lagos. The event, marked by vibrant celebration, cultural pride, and communal spirit, drew massive crowds eager to witness the historic attempt.
According to Guinness World Records, the culinary marathon lasted nine hours, powered by what Baci described as “fire, passion and teamwork.” The team reportedly consumed 1,200 kilograms of gas in the cooking process, which produced more than 16,600 plates of jollof rice, all shared freely with attendees in what organizers called an act of “joy, love, and community.”
Hilda Baci is no stranger to record-breaking achievements. In 2023, she captured global attention with her Guinness World Record attempt for the longest cooking marathon, sparking widespread admiration across Africa and the diaspora. Her latest feat not only reinforces her reputation as one of Nigeria’s most prominent culinary figures but also shines an international spotlight on jollof rice — a dish deeply woven into West Africa’s identity and food culture.
The achievement has been hailed as both a personal triumph for Baci and a national moment of pride, showcasing Nigerian cuisine’s power to unite communities while earning global recognition.
📸 Source: Guinness World Records
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