What was meant to be the climax of Chef Hilda Baci’s Guinness World Record (GWR) attempt for the largest pot of jollof rice turned into a dramatic scene when the massive pot unexpectedly collapsed during the weighing process.
The incident occurred late at night after Baci and her team had successfully prepared the giant meal. A crane had been brought in to lift the pot onto a scale, a vital step in confirming the weight for the record submission.
But just as the crane began to hoist the pot, it suddenly gave way under its own weight, collapsing and throwing the crowd into panic. Shocked fans who had gathered to support the chef screamed as the once-celebratory moment descended into chaos. The crane operator was quickly ordered to stop the lift to avoid further damage or possible injuries.
A video capturing the mishap has since gone viral, although it stops short of revealing whether the weighing was completed. This has cast doubt on the outcome of the record attempt, as the official measurement remains crucial to Guinness World Records’ verification process.
Until Guinness World Records provides clarity, the status of Baci’s jollof rice cookoff remains uncertain. What had been a smooth and widely celebrated culinary feat now hangs in the balance after the dramatic setback.
