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The Digest:

Celebrity chef Hilda Baci has successfully completed her attempt to cook the world's largest pot of jollof rice, with the Federal Government now endorsing her effort as a demonstration of "Nigeria's global excellence."

Key Points:
  • The cooking feat used a custom-built 6-meter-wide pot with capacity for 22,619 liters
  • Minister of Information Mohammed Idris praised Baci's dedication and professionalism
  • The event drew over 20,000 registered attendees and transformed into a cultural festival
  • Baci previously set the Guinness World Record for longest cooking marathon in 2023
  • The government pledged support for similar initiatives promoting Nigerian excellence
  • The attempt highlighted jollof rice as a cultural symbol of West African pride
  • Security and medical teams were on standby throughout the large-scale event
The achievement represents both a culinary milestone and a celebration of Nigerian cultural influence on the global stage.

Sources: Multiple Nigerian Outlets