Last weekend, the Muri Okunola Park on Lagos Island transformed into a vibrant celebration of Nigerian cuisine, culture, and entertainment as over 5,000 foodies gathered for the Firewood Jollof Festival.
The festival, a celebration of one of West Africa’s most iconic dishes, brought together food enthusiasts, music lovers, and cultural aficionados in a grand showcase of the rich traditions.
Featuring a potpourri of events, celebrity appearances elevated the festival’s magic. Hilda Baci charmed the audience, sharing her passion for Nigerian cuisine.
Bisola Aiyeola brought her signature energy while the crowd roared in excitement when Tomike Adeoye and Enioluwa Adeoluwa engaged in a lively dance battle on stage.
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Wanni x Handi, fresh off Big Brother Naija Season 9, turned up the heat with their DJ skills, keeping the energy alive with pulsating beats.
Other stars present were BBNaija season 9 winner Kallyrae alongside his wife and ex-BBNaija season 9 housemate Kassia, Ruth Akpan (Rhuttie), Dorathy Bachor, Toby Forge, Ify’s Kitchen, Hero Daniels, Opeyemi Famakin, Segun Johnson and others.
The event witnessed an array of live music and dance acts celebrating the rhythms and energy of the season, from Afrobeats to traditional tunes, a vibrant display of art, fashion, and crafts that highlight the diverse heritage of Nigeria and neighboring West African countries.
It also featured a cooking competition featuring renowned chefs, local food vendors as well as dance offs and eating competitions which saw the participants going home with mouthwatering prices.
According to Chizoma Chukwueke, CEO of Firewood Rice Nigeria, “the festival was more than just a food event; it’s a celebration of community and unity, highlighting Nigeria’s shared cultural identity.
The Jollof Festival is set to become an annual celebration, with plans to take it to other major states like Abuja and Port Harcourt.
Through food, music, and art, the festival creates a platform for communities to connect, celebrate, and share the beauty of African traditions.
The festival was more than jollof—it was a cultural extravaganza”.
