‘A Total Waste of Money and Energy’ — Gehgeh Slams Hilda Baci’s Guinness World Record Attempt

Hilda Baci’s ambitious Guinness World Record attempt for the Largest Pot of Jollof Rice has not just captured attention—it has sparked controversy.

While many celebrated her feat, some critics have questioned the value of such a high-profile event, arguing it does little to address the real issues facing Nigerians.

One of the loudest voices of criticism comes from Gehgeh, who didn’t hold back in expressing his disapproval. In a statement, he described Hilda’s record attempt as:

“A total waste of money and energy. Hilda Baci is giving too much attention to things that don’t contribute anything to Nigeria.”

Gehgeh further argued that the spectacle exposed societal inequalities, pointing to scenes of people scrambling for rice during the event as evidence of widespread hunger and poverty.

While Hilda’s attempt was designed to showcase Nigerian cuisine on a global stage, Gehgeh’s criticism highlights a growing conversation about priorities in the country.

For many Nigerians, the attention and resources devoted to breaking a world record could have been directed toward initiatives with tangible impact on citizens’ lives.

Images and videos from the event showing crowds competing for portions of rice quickly went viral, further fueling the debate. Social media users are divided, with some defending Hilda’s ambition, while others echo Gehgeh’s sentiments.

Hilda Baci’s Guinness World Record attempt is both an impressive personal achievement and a reflection of broader societal issues. While her efforts celebrate culture and culinary excellence, critics like Gehgeh remind us that ambition without impact can spark frustration, especially in a country grappling with poverty and hunger.

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The debate continues: is Hilda Baci a national hero for putting Nigeria on the world culinary stage, or is she misdirecting resources that could help those in need?