What began as a smooth celebration of Nigerian culinary pride took a dramatic turn when Chef Hilda Baci’s massive jollof rice pot suddenly collapsed during her Guinness World Record attempt at the largest pot of jollof rice.

The Unexpected Mishap

After a full day of cooking at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos, the highlight of the event was set to be the weighing of the gigantic pot to confirm the record. A crane was brought in to lift the pot onto a scale, but midway through the process, the container gave way under its own weight, collapsing in front of shocked onlookers.

Fans React in Panic

The tense moment was captured on video, showing fans screaming in alarm as the scene shifted from cheers to chaos. The crane operator was quickly ordered to stop the lift to avoid further danger or damage.

Uncertainty Over Guinness World Record Status

The viral video circulating online does not show whether the weighing was successfully completed. This raises questions over Guinness World Records’ final certification, since the exact measurement is crucial to validating the feat.

Despite the setback, the attempt had earlier drawn massive crowds, celebrities, and influencers who came out to support Hilda Baci, making it one of the most talked-about cultural events of the year.

For now, supporters are eagerly waiting for an official update to know if the collapsed pot will affect Hilda Baci’s place in history.