Nigerian chef and restaurateur, Hilda Baci, has conducted a test run with her 6-by-6-meter pot as she eyes the Guinness World Record for the largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice.

In her post, the celebrity chef explained that she aspires to achieve her dream of cooking the largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice.

Just hours later, Hilda carried out a trial run, cooking a jollof rice dish inside the massive pot to test the tools and logistics ahead of the kickoff date.

A video showed her with her team and other individuals actively observing the process.

As the update circulated online, many concerned Nigerians trooped to the comment section to share their thoughts and reactions.

See some reactions below:

@MavinoFriday: “All the dust from the road. All the siliva and sweat from their mouths and bodies. All the dirt flying around. This is just a big reservoir of unhealthy food. But of course, Nigerians are hungry so they will all come out in their numbers to eat free food.”

@benjamins_st: “They shouldn’t let people who are not working close to the food..see as them wan use saliva garnish the food join.”

@personpapa14: “How una want take serve all this food finish without say person nor jump enta this pot Abi na big basin 🤔😂 I just Taya for all of una.”

@tetrapeterweb3: “This is so unhygienic. See how many people without hair covering or nose masks close to the food.”

@tetrapeterweb3: “This is so unhygienic. See how many people without hair covering or nose masks close to the food.”

@defigner_: “some guys standing there are just waiting for the rice to be done so they can get a free plate Hilda feeding the world.”

@Blaqdkidd: “Na spit go full that rice cause wtf?😂 Shouldn’t they be wearing nose masks as well to make it healthy to eat?”

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Nigerian chef and restaurateur Hilda Baci is aiming for another Guinness World Record as she prepares to cook the largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice.

In her recent TikTok post, Hilda Baci shared her ambition to create a record-breaking pot of jollof rice, showcasing Nigerian cuisine to the world.

Undeterred, she revealed her plans to embark on a new challenge, this time focusing on jollof rice.

Speaking about her quest while standing beside the 6 by 6 meter pot, she said: “Some dreams keep us awake until we make them reality. In 2023, it was the Hilda Baci cook-a-thon that took the world by storm.”

“This year, it’s jollof, the heartbeat of West Africa. A taste that tells our story. It’s more than cooking; it’s a celebration of our food, our culture, music, and us. We’re making history again, and I want you to be there when it happens.”

She added: “Two years ago, I imagined the largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice the world has ever seen. Today, with Gino, a brand we all grew up with, my dream is becoming a reality. On 12th September 2025, I will be making the largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice in this 6-meter pot, with Gino and with you, because what is my jollof rice without you to enjoy it?”

The event is scheduled to kick off on September 12 at Okunola Park in Victoria Island, Lagos.

The announcement has since gone viral, with many fans sharing their thoughts and excitement in the comment section.

See some reactions below: 

peculiar: “My problem is where are you going to stand to turn the jollof rice 😏😩.”

Nyarkoa: “This has already happened in Ghana before.”

1PROMPT (1PM) CUISINE: “she was standing in the pot 😭😭😭.”

Gloryherself: “Then one chef dammy from no where would want to copy 😒.”

pelumib37: “Imagine accidentally falling inside the pot while the Jollof stew is boiling😩😩.”

Nana: “the amount of Maggie cube will be astonishing.”

MakeupartistinOwerri: “Omo Gino go just Dey happy since they met Hilda, from one promotion to another, I’m sat for this 🔥🔥😍😍.”

Vickyyyyy💕ꨄ♡: “Proud of Hilda 😭❤️…..who’s going from mainland ??”

JUDE🌀: “Chef Dammy go come Cook Big pot of Beans because she too dey copy😂😂.”

Kwansema Quansah 💕: “It’s a WIN for all of us WEST AFRICANS. Proud of you Queen. Love from Ghana 🇬🇭.”

Oyin🤍: “Trust Nigerians to start their own after hers. Biggest pot of Egusi soup, etc. loading 😹.”

MIRACLEE!🎀: “na who go open the maggiss and do the slicingss, I de pity.”

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