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The Digest:

Celebrity chef Hilda Baci has received official recognition and encouragement from Guinness World Records (GWR) as she prepares to break the record for the largest pot of jollof rice.

Key Points:
  • GWR commented “Best of luck Hilda and team!” on her social media post
  • The attempt involves cooking 250 bags of rice in a single giant pot
  • The event was moved to Eko Hotels, Lagos, due to overwhelming public interest
  • Over 20,000 people registered to attend the historic cooking event
  • Hilda and her mother shared a prayer session ahead of the attempt
  • The chef personally cleaned the giant pot to be used for the challenge
  • This follows her 2023 record for the longest cooking marathon
The attempt symbolizes national pride and cultural celebration through Nigeria’s iconic culinary dish.

Sources: Hilda Bacci/Instagram