With the Nigeria’s culinary star, Hilda Baci, has officially secured her place in history after Guinness World Records confirmed her feat of cooking the world’s largest pot of Jollof rice.
The record, weighing 8,780 kilograms, was set in partnership with Gino Nigeria at Victoria Island, Lagos, marking another milestone for the celebrity chef who first gained international fame with her cooking marathon in 2023.
Her achievement underscores a wider trend: Nigerians continue to chase global recognition with extraordinary accomplishments, turning local talent and creativity into world-class records.
From feats in art, sports, dance, and music to groundbreaking culinary achievements, Nigerians have repeatedly inscribed their names in Guinness World Records, making the country a hub of resilience and innovation.
Here are 10 outstanding Guinness World Records held by Nigerians:
Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke – Largest art canvas (2025)
At just 14 years old and living with autism, Kanyeyachukwu painted a canvas titled Impossibility is a Myth that measured 12,381.02 square metres, setting the Guinness World Record for the largest art canvas by an individual.
Fola David-Tolaram – World’s largest drawing (2024)
A medical doctor and professional artist, Fola David spent six days creating a massive artwork titled The Unity of Diversity on a canvas of about 1,004.7 m² at Lagos’ Mobolaji Johnson Arena.
Hilda Baci – Longest cooking marathon (2023)
Hilda Baci set the record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual, cooking for 93 hours and 11 minutes in Lagos. The feat drew global attention and showcased Nigeria’s culinary heritage.
However, in November 2023, Irish chef Alan Fisher surpassed her record with a marathon lasting 119 hours 57 minutes.
Gbenga Ezekiel – Skipping feats (2022–2023)
Gbenga Ezekiel from Akure shattered several Guinness World Records in rope skipping. Two of his feats include most skips in one minute on one leg (278) and most double-under skips in one minute on one leg (144).
Bayo Omoboriowo – Largest photo book (2021)
As the official photographer to former President Muhammadu Buhari, Bayo Omoboriowo curated and produced a 60-square-metre photo book documenting Nigeria’s political journey.
Stephen Keshi – First African to win AFCON as player and coach (2013)
The late Super Eagles coach Stephen Keshi became the first African to win the Africa Cup of Nations both as a player and coach, earning Guinness recognition for this unique football milestone.
Adetunwase Adenle – Most children reading aloud with an adult (2011)
Educator Adetunwase Adenle gathered 4,222 schoolchildren in Lagos for a mass reading event, promoting literacy while setting a Guinness World Record.
DJ Obi – Longest DJ set (2016)
Obi Ajuonuma, popularly known as DJ Obi, entertained audiences with a nonstop set lasting 240 hours in Lagos, redefining endurance in the Nigerian music scene.
Kaffy – Longest dance party (2006)
Kafayat Shafau, known as Kaffy, led her dance group in a marathon lasting 55 hours and 40 minutes, showcasing Nigeria’s passion for rhythm and resilience.
Fela Kuti – Most studio recording albums released (1992)
Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo Kuti recorded 46 studio albums as a solo artist. His first solo release came in 1969 and his last in 1992, spanning 23 years of uninterrupted creativity.
