Burna Boy’s entrance on The Jennifer Hudson Show carried a warmth that needed no translation. The greeting, heartfelt, captured the essence of how Burna connects with people through energy that feels both personal and national.

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As he stepped out behind the curtain through the Spirit Tunnel, studio staff clapped and cheered, greeting the “African Giant” with “Ekabo,” the Yoruba word for welcome. “Ekabo! Ekabo! We got Burna Boy in the J-Hudd Tunnel-oh!” Turning what’s usually a routine celebrity entrance into a proud nod to his roots.

Dressed in a dark, finely tailored long-collared shirt with a silver lapel pin, wide-legged trousers, and his signature sunglasses, he moved steadily through the tunnel, returning smiles and gestures while acknowledging their greeting along the way.

Burna Boy: Instagram

Across social media, the clip spread fast. Many social-media users likened the reception to a homecoming while abroad, noting how the walk fused global fame with familiar warmth. For an artist who has performed on the world’s biggest stages, this simple genuine reception said something bigger: wherever Burna Boy goes, Nigeria goes with him.

Stephanie Coker-Aderinokun has welcomed her second child, another daughter, marking a joyful new chapter for her family. The TV host and entrepreneur shared the news on Instagram, where fans and colleagues flooded her page with congratulatory messages.

Stephanie Coker – Instagram

In her post, Stephanie revealed that the journey to this moment took time and faith. “After five years of waiting, praying, and hoping, our August visitor finally arrived,” she wrote, introducing her newborn daughter, Morayo Anaya Olabisi Abisola Anjolaoluwa. The caption was brief, heartfelt, sincere, and filled with gratitude.

The photos she shared were simple yet tender: a sleeping baby wrapped in white, her tiny hand resting beside a nameplate. It was a quiet announcement that reflected how deeply personal the moment was for the Cokers.

Stephanie Coker – Instagram

Her husband, Olumide Aderinokun, also shared the good news, describing their new daughter as a blessing that came at the perfect time. The couple, who married in 2016, welcomed their first child, Ariella, in 2019.

What made Stephanie’s announcement stand out was its honesty. In a space where celebrity reveals often feel rehearsed, hers felt genuine and grounded. It reflected what many parents quietly understand: that the longer the wait, the more profound the relief.

Stephanie Coker – Instagram

The post quickly spread across entertainment platforms, sparking warm reactions from fans who praised her openness. It also reminded many that even public figures face private battles away from the spotlight.

For Stephanie, this moment goes beyond family growth. It represents patience, endurance, and the quiet strength that comes from holding on to hope.

Welcome, baby Morayo.

Chef Hilda Baci turned Lagos into a giant kitchen on Friday when the World Jollof Festival lit up the Eko Hotel Car Park B. Part record attempt, part cultural celebration, the event drew thousands who came to witness one of the most ambitious cooking feats ever attempted in Nigeria.

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Her goal was audacious: to cook the largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice ever made. A custom-built pot, six metres wide and six metres tall, was rolled in for the challenge. It was originally designed to hold 250 bags of rice. With smoke rising and the massive cauldron heating up, the crowd pressed forward, eager to see whether she could pull it off.

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Among those who came to cheer her on were some of Nigeria’s familiar faces. Actress Funke Akindele and Jemima Osunde were spotted around the giant pot, offering encouragement. Dancer Kaffy joined in the excitement, while DJ Peller added to the festival’s energy. Influencers including Enioluwa Adeoluwa, Tomike Adeoye, Folagade Banks and Vicky James shared live updates from the ground, ensuring the spectacle reached far beyond Lagos.

After nine hours of steady cooking, Baci completed the challenge. Instead of the planned 250 bags, she managed 200. The effort produced more than 14,000 kilograms of jollof rice. Volunteers worked quickly once the food was ready, handing out over 30,000 takeaway packs to a delighted audience at no cost.

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The day, however, was not without setbacks. During the weighing process, the giant pot gave way while being lifted by a crane. It collapsed under its own weight. The accident forced organisers to scale back the rice used, but Baci and her team pressed on, determined to finish. The determination drew loud cheers from the crowd, who applauded her resilience as much as her cooking.

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What remains uncertain is how Guinness World Records will judge the attempt. The collapse of the pot raises questions about whether the technical requirements were fully met, and official verification is still pending.

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Still, the festival itself was a triumph. Beyond the numbers and the chase for a world record, the gathering reminded everyone why jollof rice holds such a special place in Nigerian culture. It brought together thousands of people from different walks of life, from celebrities to everyday Lagosians, to share in food, music and pride.

Whether or not Guinness gives its stamp of approval, Hilda Baci has already shown that Nigerian cuisine can command a global spotlight. A pot of jollof rice, no matter how massive, can still bring people together.