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Funke Akindele Supports Hilda Baci at Biggest Jollof Pot Record Attempt in Lagos
Funke Akindele Steps Out to Support Hilda Baci’s Record-Breaking Jollof Attempt
In a colourful show of celebrity support and Nigerian culinary pride, Nollywood star Funke Akindele turned up to cheer chef Hilda Baci as she embarked on an attempt to cook the world’s largest pot of Jollof rice. The event — which drew fans, media and fellow celebrities — became both a festive celebration of our food culture and an emotional moment of national togetherness.
What happened — the scene on the ground
The attempt took place in Lagos and quickly became a magnet for excited onlookers and supporters. Videos shared on social platforms show Hilda Baci at the giant stove, rolling up her sleeves and directing the kitchen team while guests and fellow entertainers cheered from the sidelines. At one high-energy moment, Funke Akindele was seen joining Hilda to stir the jollof base — a warm gesture that underscored both support for the chef and the communal spirit of the event.
Why Funke’s presence mattered
Funke Akindele is one of Nollywood’s most recognisable figures. Her decision to attend and actively participate — even briefly stirring the pot — helped amplify the event’s reach. Celebrity appearances like hers bring media attention, encourage fans to tune in, and help spotlight the cultural significance of food-driven events. For Hilda, a respected figure in the food and social media scene, having a high-profile Nollywood star in attendance was a clear vote of confidence.
A historic attempt — context & scale
This attempt was billed as a shot at producing the largest pot of jollof rice — a category of record that requires meticulous planning, safety protocols, and careful documentation for Guinness (if Guinness verification is the goal). Organisers moved parts of the event logistics in the days leading up to the attempt and rallied an army of volunteers, suppliers and partners to handle supplies, crowd control and distribution plans so the enormous batch could be safely prepared and later served to the public.
“It was beautiful to see everyone come together — the team, the volunteers, the celebrities. That energy is exactly why we cook, share and celebrate food,” a witness at the event said.
Crowd, coverage and social reactions
Social media became the event’s second kitchen: reels showed piles of rice being tipped into the giant pot, celebrities posing with the chef, choirs praying over the endeavour and laughter washing over the crowd. Coverage from major outlets and dozens of real-time posts helped turn the event into a trending cultural moment — not simply about breaking a record, but about national pride, solidarity and the joy of sharing a beloved dish.
The cultural significance of a jollof moment
Jollof rice is more than a meal in West Africa — it’s identity, memory and celebration boiled down to a pot. Attempts like this — whether for records or festivals — tap into intergenerational nostalgia and global curiosity about Nigerian food. Moments where public figures participate (and roll up their sleeves) help bridge the gap between celebrity culture and grassroots celebration.
What comes next
After the cooking, organisers typically document, serve, and distribute the prepared food to invited guests and the public. If the attempt is presented for a Guinness World Record, there will be a period of evidence submission and verification. Regardless of official certification, the occasion already succeeded in bringing energy and positive coverage to Nigerian cuisine and the people leading its modern renaissance.
Behind the scenes — volunteers, logistics and safety
Attempting a cooking feat at this scale involves more than a large pot: health and safety teams, careful sourcing of ingredients, volunteer coordination and crowd management are all vital. The organisers’ ability to manage these moving parts — and to attract celebrity goodwill — helped the event move from idea to reality.
A message of community
For many attendees the highlight was not simply the size of the pot but the feeling that comes when people gather to celebrate something authentically Nigerian — food, laughter, music, and solidarity. Funke Akindele’s smile as she stirred alongside Hilda Baci became, for many, a symbol of that shared joy.
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