Nigerian celebrity chef, Hilda Baci, has officially kicked off her attempt to set a new Guinness World Record for the largest pot of jollof rice at Eko Hotel, Lagos.
This exciting new challenge follows her previous record for the longest cooking marathon, which earned her global recognition in 2023.
The ambitious goal for this attempt involves using an impressive 250 bags of rice to prepare a massive meal that could feed tens of thousands.
The event, which started today, has drawn a large crowd of supporters and fans who are eager to witness this historic cooking feat.
Before the massive 22,619-litre custom-built pot was fired up, Hilda shared a heartfelt moment with her mother.
The two prayed for strength, protection, and endurance, and the emotional moment was met with loud cheers from the audience.
Many praised Hilda’s mother for her unwavering support, which has been a major source of strength for the chef.
On social media, Hilda gave her followers a sneak peek into the preparation process, writing, “Yes, I can officially confirm this pot is squeaky clean! I rolled up my sleeves and washed it myself.
In just a few hours, this same pot will carry thousands of servings of Nigerian Jollof history in the making.”
Originally scheduled to take place at Muri Okunola Park, the event had to be moved to Eko Hotel due to overwhelming demand.
Over 20,000 people registered to attend, showing just how much anticipation surrounds the record attempt.
With the world watching, Hilda Baci is ready to make history once again, bringing Nigerian jollof rice into the Guinness World Records with a grand, unforgettable twist.
