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If you thought Hilda Baci’s 2023 cooking marathon was the peak of culinary greatness, think again. Right now, at the iconic Eko Hotels in Lagos, Nigeria’s favorite chef is back in the spotlight, and she’s not here for small wins. The Guinness World Record breaker who once kept the entire country glued to her pots is attempting something even bolder — cooking the world’s largest pot of jollof rice. And when we say bold, we mean 250 bags of rice bold.
Yes, you read that right. Two hundred and fifty bags. That’s enough rice to feed an entire city, and then some. Hilda’s mission is clear: secure a second Guinness World Record, this time with Africa’s most beloved party dish. Because after claiming the longest cooking marathon, the only logical next step is to turn jollof into a global headline.
The atmosphere at Eko Hotels is electric. Supporters are chanting, cameras are flashing, and Hilda is right at the center of it all — wooden spoon in hand, confidence on full display. “I’m set to make history,” she declared, and the crowd is eating it up long before the jollof is ready.
For those who can’t make it down to Lagos, don’t panic. Glamcityz has you covered. We’re bringing you all the updates straight from the scene on our Instagram page — every stir, every sprinkle of seasoning, every moment when that smoky aroma fills the air. Trust us, you don’t want to miss this.
And if you’re wondering how exactly one prepares for such a record-shattering feat, Hilda has already spilled a bit of her secret sauce. In her exclusive chat with BellaNaija, she revealed her go-to paste that takes her jollof to the next level and even shared five top tips for anyone who wants to elevate their rice game. From the right base to the perfect timing, she’s proving that excellence is always in the details.
This isn’t just about rice — it’s about Nigerian excellence, determination, and the spirit of going bigger every single time. From marathon cooking to mega jollof, Hilda Baci is reminding the world that when Nigerians say no gree for anybody, they mean it. And today, Lagos is the stage where history is being stirred, one bag of rice at a time.
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