The Digest:
Nigerian chef and restaurateur Hilda Baci has been confirmed as a three-time Guinness World Records holder following official communication from Guinness World Records. The recognition relates to her September 2025 attempt to cook the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice, which also qualified under the separate category of “largest serving of rice.” An email from Guinness World Records dated January 16, 2026, informed Baci of the additional title. Her first record was set in May 2023 for the longest individual cooking marathon.
Key Points:
- Baci’s expanded recognition boosts her profile as a record-setting culinary entrepreneur both in Nigeria and internationally.
- It highlights how structured record attempts can yield multiple achievements, enhancing brand and career opportunities.
- The culinary and creative industries in Nigeria gain positive visibility through globally certified accomplishments.
- The verification process demonstrates Guinness World Records’ detailed auditing and category alignment practices.
- Timing reinforces Baci’s sustained relevance in the public eye nearly three years after her initial record.
