Nigerian celebrity chef Hilda Baci has once again made history, earning a place in the Guinness World Records (GWR) for preparing the largest-ever serving of Nigerian jollof rice.
The achievement was officially confirmed on Monday via Guinness World Records’ verified Facebook page, which congratulated Baci, stating: “Congratulations on cooking up another successful record Hilda Baci.”
The record-breaking feat, accomplished in partnership with food brand Gino, drew significant public attention as crowds gathered to witness the monumental cooking. The event celebrated Nigerian cuisine and highlighted the cultural pride associated with jollof rice, one of West Africa’s most beloved dishes.
Photographs shared by Guinness World Records showed Baci, dressed in her apron and surrounded by her team, stirring the enormous pot and tossing portions of food into the air, capturing the celebratory atmosphere. The post’s caption read: “Chef Hilda Baci and Gino serve up largest ever serving of Nigerian jollof rice.”
The announcement quickly went viral online, garnering thousands of reactions from Nigerians who praised Baci’s resilience, creativity, and dedication to promoting local cuisine. Within hours, the post had accumulated more than 9,000 reactions, over 1,200 comments, and 600 shares.
