Hilda Baci shares moment Guinness World Records confirmed her jollof rice feat

Nigerian celebrity chef Hilda Baci has shared the behind-the-scenes moment Guinness World Records officially confirmed her latest record-breaking feat — the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice.

On Monday, GWR Announced Baci, in partnership with food brand Gino Nigeria, had set a new record at the Gino World Jollof Festival in Lagos, producing 8,780 kg (19,356 lb 9 oz) of jollof rice.

In a seven-minute video posted on Instagram the same day, Baci documented the emotional wait with her family and loved ones before receiving a video call from a GWR official. A representative of Gino Nigeria was also on the call.

During the call, the official confirmed that the recipe and distribution process met the organisation’s requirements, adding that Baci had submitted the necessary evidence.

He then delivered the news saying, “With a total of 8,780kg Hilda Baci and Gino, you are the Guinness World Records title holders for the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice. Congratulations, you are officially amazing!”

The video also showed the GWR certificate and the Gino team celebrating the historic achievement.

Reacting to the confirmation, Baci thanked her team and supporters.

The entire team went above and beyond. It’s my name and Gino on this record but this record is dedicated to every person who worked on this. This project was bigger than us. It’s historic,” she said in the clip.

Her caption read, “This moment isn’t just mine, it belongs to Gino and to all of us. This record was made possible because Gino created the platform for this history to happen.

“To the tireless team that worked day and night, to every cheer, every prayer, every hand that helped stir, pack, and serve… this Guinness World Record was built on unity, love, and collective strength.

“We made history together. For Nigeria, for Africa, and for everyone who believes in the power of food to bring us closer this win is yours too.”

This is not the first time Baci has etched her name into the Guinness World Records.

In May 2023, she set the record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual, cooking for 93 hours and 11 minutes, surpassing the previous record of 87 hours and 45 minutes held by Indian chef Lata Tondon.

Baci has since updated her social media bio to reflect her new “two-time Guinness World Record holder” status, as congratulations from celebrities, fans and well-wishers continue to pour in.