Guinness World Records Confirms Hilda Baci’s new record with largest serving of Nigerian jollof rice

Guinness World Records Confirms Hilda Baci’s new record with largest serving of Nigerian jollof rice 

Guinness World Records has announced on its official X page that Nigerian celebrity chef Hilda Baci has set a new world record for the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice. The massive dish weighed 8,780 kg (19,356 lb 9 oz) and was prepared in Victoria Island, Lagos.

The announcement, which has since gone viral, spotlighted Baci’s growing reputation as a cultural ambassador for Nigerian cuisine.

The monumental dish was prepared as part of Hilda Baci’s ongoing campaign to promote Nigerian cuisine and culture globally.

Her previous Guinness World Record efforts had already earned her global attention and this latest achievement further cements her status as an ambassador for West African food.

According to the announcement, the massive pot of jollof was cooked using traditional Nigerian methods and ingredients, with dozens of cooks and assistants joining hands over several hours to complete the task. The final figure, 8,780 kg, dramatically surpasses any prior records for large-scale servings of jollof rice.

Spectators gathered in large numbers to witness the cooking process and the weighing of the final result. Many saw this as more than just a record-breaking moment: it was a celebration of community, culture, and the unifying power of food.

After the weighing, the jollof was reportedly distributed among attendees and donated to local organizations, ensuring that the food would not go to waste. Hilda Baci thanked all who participated in the event from the kitchen staff and volunteers to the record-keepers and emergency services for making the moment possible.

Guinness World Records praised the achievement, noting its scale and cultural significance. Social media users across Nigeria and beyond have since flooded Hilda Baci’s pages with congratulatory messages, hailing the feat as a proud moment for West Africa’s most famous dish.