A 27-year-old gourmet chef by the name of Hilda Bassey Effiong, also known as Hilda Baci, has made history by shattering the record for the longest amount of time spent cooking, and President Muhammadu Buhari has shared in the joy of the festivities.
MDB had reported that the renowned chef entered the Guinness Book of Records and brought attention to Nigeria on a global scale.
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In a statement released on Monday by Femi Adesina, the president’s special adviser on media and publicity, Buhari praised the young chef for transforming her talent and passion into a career, which had a positive ripple effect on the economy.
She now leads the world in resiliency, perseverance, and consistency in cooking in addition to operating a restaurant in Lagos and mentoring other culinary talent, according to President Buhari.
He said;
The President notes the antecedents of the restaurateur, who dazzled at the Jollof Face-off Competition, 2021, preparing mouth-watering dishes that won the choice prize, and settled an age-long rivalry with Ghana on which African country should own the trademark for cooking better jollof- rice.
President Buhari believes Hilda Baci’s drive and ambition have brought more interest and insight into the uniqueness of Nigerian food, as another cultural icon, with huge tourism benefits, hoping more young people will follow in her footsteps.
The President thanks the sponsors of Hilda Baci Cook-a-thon, government officials, including Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, celebrities from the bubbling music and movie industry, and fans of the chef for all the support that has brought glory to the country.
President Buhari wishes Hilda Baci more grace for a prosperous career.
