Pastor Bolaji Idowu Prays Over Hilda Baci World Record Jollof Rice Attempt at Lagos Festival
The Lead Pastor of Harvesters International Christian Centre, Pastor Bolaji Idowu, brought faith and encouragement to the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos on Friday as he prayed for and blessed celebrity chef Hilda Baci before her historic attempt to cook the world’s largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice.
Spiritual Backing for a Historic Feat
In video footage from the event, Pastor Bolaji Idowu could be seen holding hands with Hilda Baci and speaking words of blessing moments before the massive cookout began. The prayer session, which came just before the fire was lit under the gigantic pot, was aimed at strengthening the chef and declaring success over what is expected to be a record-shattering culinary achievement.
The Festival of Jollof
The monumental event is part of the Gino Jollof Festival, organized in collaboration with the culinary brand Gino. Baci, who first captivated the world in 2023 when she broke the Guinness World Record for the longest cooking marathon, is once again at the center of global attention with this bold attempt.
The pot itself is a spectacle, measuring six metres wide and six metres tall, designed to hold an astonishing 250 bags of rice. The dish, once completed, will be served to tens of thousands of festival-goers who registered for the free event.
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A Crowd-Pulling Celebration
According to organizers, more than 20,000 people registered in advance, and the festival grounds at Eko Hotel have been buzzing with excitement. The atmosphere has been filled with music, prayers, and an air of cultural pride as Nigerians and international guests gather to witness the attempt to set a new world record.
On social media, Hilda Baci shared behind-the-scenes moments, including the arrival of the massive pot in Lagos and a heartfelt video of herself and her mother praying at the venue. In a Snapchat story, she declared the event “a blessing for Nigeria” and assured attendees that the meal would be both amazing and hygienic, highlighting the team’s commitment to excellence despite the scale.
A Fusion of Faith, Food, and Culture
For Baci, this attempt is more than just about numbers. It is a celebration of Nigerian culture, a showcase of the nation’s culinary pride, and a platform for unity. By inviting Pastor Bolaji Idowu to pray before the cookout, she also reinforced the place of faith at the heart of her journey.
With unprecedented success ahead, the event will not only establish a new world record but will also spotlight Nigerian jollof rice on a global stage, cementing its place as one of Africa’s most iconic dishes.
As thousands of plates are prepared and prayers continue to rise, the world watches closely as Hilda Baci blends faith, resilience, and culinary artistry to create history from the heart of Lagos.
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