Hilda Baci eyes Guinness World Record with ‘largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice’

Nigerian chef and restaurateur Hilda Baci is aiming for another Guinness World Record as she prepares to cook the largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice.

The announcement was made through a series of posts on her Instagram and TikTok pages.

In her recent TikTok post, Hilda Baci shared her ambition to create a record-breaking pot of jollof rice, showcasing Nigerian cuisine to the world.

This comes just two years after she set the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon, a record later surpassed by another chef.

Undeterred, she revealed her plans to embark on a new challenge, this time focusing on jollof rice.

Speaking about her quest while standing beside the 6 by 6 meter pot, she said: “Some dreams keep us awake until we make them reality. In 2023, it was the Hilda Baci cook-a-thon that took the world by storm.”

“This year, it’s jollof, the heartbeat of West Africa. A taste that tells our story. It’s more than cooking; it’s a celebration of our food, our culture, music, and us. We’re making history again, and I want you to be there when it happens.”

She added: “Two years ago, I imagined the largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice the world has ever seen. Today, with Gino, a brand we all grew up with, my dream is becoming a reality. On 12th September 2025, I will be making the largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice in this 6-meter pot, with Gino and with you, because what is my jollof rice without you to enjoy it?”

The event is scheduled to kick off on September 12 at Okunola Park in Victoria Island, Lagos.

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Almost 2 years ago I had the dream to cook the largest pot of Jollof Rice ever made. And now, with @ginonaija and YOU, that dream is coming alive 6 meters wide. 6 meters tall. 12th September , we make history together. Because what is Jollof without you to share it with? #GinoworldJollofFestwithHildaBaci #worldjollofday

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