Jollof War: Nigerian chef smashes Ghanaian, emerges Africa 'Jollof' king

Hilda Effiong-Bassey representing Nigeria emerged winner and walked away with a grand prize of $5,000 (N2.5m).

The competition, which was sponsored by VFD Microfinance Bank , Ohuru by HSE, AfriPay, Maggi and Cellar Central, featured two cooks representing Nigeria and Ghana respectively.Both chefs battled it out to determine whose Jollof reigns supreme. There was a blind tasting of their Jollof dishes by a panel of judges that included Don Jazzy and Sisiyemmie.

They were also representing both countries, and scores were awarded using several parameters like plating, taste & texture of the Jollof itself as well as a taste of the accompanying protein and side dishes. After the judging was done and the scores collated, Hilda Effiong- Bassey representing Nigeria emerged winner and walked away with a grand prize of $5,000 .The event wasn’t just about Jollof Rice though, there were several side attractions ‘Jollofing’ – Guests had fun with Karaoke, enjoyed jokes by MC Forever, watched a scintillating dance performance, and left with loaded goody bags from the organisers.

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