Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has joined the growing list of dignitaries and celebrities celebrating Nigerian chef Hilda Baci.
This follows her audacious Guinness World Record attempt for the largest pot of Jollof rice.
In a heartfelt post on Instagram, Yemi Osinbajo hailed the effort as a powerful symbol of Nigerian greatness.
He noted that extraordinary achievements often spring from the most ordinary of places.
“@hildabaci reminded us yesterday, that greatness can begin in the simplest of places, even in a pot of rice,” he wrote.
The former VP described the record bid as a creative expression of Nigeria’s culture.
He stated that Hilda Baci transformed Jollof rice, widely considered a national treasure, into a story that carried the nation’s heritage to the world.
Food as Culture, Memory and Pride
Yemi Osinbajo further remarked that Hilda’s generosity and scale of effort proved that food goes beyond mere sustenance.
“Food is never just food. It is memory, it is pride, it is identity served to the world on a single plate,” he stated.
He also praised her boldness and innovation.
He stressed that her Guinness Record attempt was not just daring but also a proof to Nigeria’s boundless creativity.
With a touch of humour, Osinbajo joined the age-old “bottom pot” debate.
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He teased that smoky Jollof at the base of the pot will forever remain the truest version of the dish.
