“Nigeria Has Best Jollof Rice” — American Streamer IShowSpeed Declares During Lagos Visit

Popular American streamer and content creator Darren Jason Watkins Jr., better known as IShowSpeed, has sparked excitement online after publicly declaring Nigerian jollof rice the best in the world. The endorsement came during his visit to Lagos, Nigeria, where he’s currently touring as part of his ongoing “Speed Does Africa” journey. (Tribune Online)

IShowSpeed, who arrived in Lagos to celebrate his 21st birthday, livestreamed from various locations across the city, including cultural spots and local eateries. While sampling local dishes, he was shown enjoying Nigerian jollof rice — a staple in Nigerian cuisine known for its rich flavors and vibrant spices — and publicly compared it to the Senegalese version he had tried earlier on his African tour. (WITHIN NIGERIA)

In his livestream, the content creator said:

“Nigerian jollof rice is good. It tastes better than Senegalese jollof rice. I think I would have to go with Nigeria in terms of which country has the best jollof rice.” (Tribune Online)

The statement quickly ignited reactions online, especially among food lovers and fans of the long-running West African jollof rice debate — a friendly rivalry between countries like Nigeria, Ghana, and Senegal over who makes the best jollof. (Legit.ng – Nigeria news.)

IShowSpeed’s visit has already been marked by several memorable moments, including celebrating his 50 million YouTube subscriber milestone live from Lagos — a milestone achieved while streaming through the city’s streets. (WITHIN NIGERIA)

Food fans and followers alike took to social media to share reactions to his jollof rice verdict, with many Nigerians welcoming the praise and others reminding the streamer that every jollof style has its supporters. (Legit.ng – Nigeria news.)

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