Hilda Baci Makes History Again, Claiming a Third Guinness World Record in 2026

One of Nigeria’s most recognised chefs Hilda Baci has achieved another milestone. She is now officially a three-time Guinness World Records holder.

On Tuesday, 16th January 2026, Hilda received an email from Guinness World Records confirming her new record. She was checking her emails that morning which left her shocked and thrilled.

Hilda Baci – Instagram

The record is linked to an event she hosted on September 12, 2025 at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos. That day, Hilda partnered with Gino to prepare a large serving of jollof rice, weighing 8,780 kilograms, which set a Guinness World Record at the time.

Five months later, Guinness reviewed the submission and realised that the same event also qualified as the largest serving of rice overall. In addition to this, Hilda’s previous record for the longest individual cooking marathon a staggering 93 hours and 11 minutes in May 2023 means she now officially holds three Guinness World Records.

Hilda Baci – Instagram

Hilda shared her reaction on Instagram, capturing the moment perfectly in her own words:

“Woke up a three-time Guinness World Records holder and I’m still trying to wrap my head around it. What a way to step into 2026. This morning, I was just doing my usual routine, casually scrolling through my emails, when I saw the message come in. I was shocked and happy at the same time, completely caught off guard. Five months after the initial record announcement, I was just finding out that there was more.

Honestly, God is faithful. The kind of faithful that still surprises you. This feels like such a beautiful reminder that even when you think you’ve seen the full picture, God can still say, ‘There’s more.’ What a blessing, and what a way to enter this new year.”

The caption shows how surprised and happy she was. The double recognition highlights not just her culinary skills but also her commitment to her craft.