Lagos is once again at the center of global attention as Nigerian culinary star Hilda Baci embarks on her ambitious attempt to cook the world’s largest pot of jollof rice. The journey started with a simple but symbolic act: Hilda pouring groundnut oil into the pot, setting the stage for what promises to be a historic culinary feat.
Standing proudly beside her was her mother, a steady source of encouragement throughout her record-breaking journey. Together, they embody the intergenerational spirit of Nigerian cooking, where recipes, resilience, and passion are passed down like heirlooms.
Crowds gathered at the Eko Hotel car park, the new venue chosen after organizers outgrew the initial location at Muri Okunola Park. The switch to a grander stage highlights the magnitude of this event, billed as one of Nigeria’s most iconic cultural celebrations in recent memory.
The atmosphere is electric. Fans, well-wishers, and celebrities have trooped in, cheering Baci on as she stirs not just rice, but national pride.
Beyond the Guinness World Record attempt, the event doubles as a cultural festival. Attendees will enjoy food exhibitions, live entertainment, and showcases designed to elevate jollof rice beyond a meal into a symbol of identity, resilience, and community.
