Celebrity chef and Guinness World Record holder, Hilda Baci, is set to make history once again as she prepares to cook what will be the largest pot of Jollof Rice ever made in Nigeria. The culinary feat will take place during the Gino World Jollof Festival 2025, a celebration of Africa’s most iconic dish, scheduled to hold in Lagos.
According to the organizers, Baci will be using a specially designed giant cooking pot to prepare the meal, which is expected to draw thousands of food enthusiasts, chefs, and cultural ambassadors from across the country and beyond. The event will not only showcase Nigerian culinary excellence but also reinforce Jollof Rice as a unifying delicacy across West Africa.
“This is more than just about food; it’s about culture, identity, and pride,” Baci said in a statement ahead of the festival. “Jollof Rice is something that binds us together as Nigerians, and I’m excited to lead this historic moment with Gino.”
The festival, powered by Gino, one of Nigeria’s leading food brands, promises an atmosphere of music, entertainment, and cultural displays alongside the main highlight — the unveiling of the record-breaking pot of Jollof Rice. Portions of the meal will be served to attendees, ensuring that everyone present becomes part of the historic occasion.
Baci, who rose to global fame after breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon in 2023, continues to inspire young Nigerians with her culinary talent and determination. Her involvement in the Gino World Jollof Festival adds a new milestone to her already remarkable career.
The event is also expected to strengthen Nigeria’s claim to owning the best Jollof Rice recipe in the ongoing friendly rivalry with Ghana and other West African nations.
With Lagos set to host this extraordinary celebration of food and culture, all eyes will be on Hilda Baci as she attempts to make history with the largest pot of rice ever cooked by a Nigerian.
