In case you missed it, Wednesday was World Jollof Rice Day and as usual, the never-ending, unabated “jollof rice banter wars” between Ghana and Nigeria once again became a trending topic.
With Twitter users from both countries claiming to have the best recipe for the popular West African dish, the British High Commissioners for Ghana, Nigeria and Gambia also jumped into the conversation to share their sentiments as to which country has the best Jollof.
Take a look at their exchanges below:
First “attack” came from the High Commissioner to Ghana…
When it comes to tea, the Brits surely do it best.
When it comes to #jollof, it can only be Ghana. On #WorldJollofRiceDay only the best will do.I am sure you will agree @PaulTArkwright ?#ghanajollof pic.twitter.com/MQDfdztJkB
— Iain Walker (@walkeriain) August 22, 2018
The High Commissioner to Nigeria replied countering his claim with a series of tweets…
@walkeriain perhaps you got your briefing wrong. #NigeriaJollof is the gold standard, acknowledged globally. A fact @UKinNigeria colleagues attest to on #WorldJollofRiceDay pic.twitter.com/vGMBUPTheq
— Paul Arkwright (@PaulTArkwright) August 22, 2018
Apart from enjoying a super tasty plate of jollof rice on #WorldJollofRiceDay, had to take time out to educate @walkeriain & @UKinGhana that #Nigeriajollof is indeed king.@Omojuwa @Realomosexy @bellanaija pic.twitter.com/eaOgyZP42v
— Paul Arkwright (@PaulTArkwright) August 22, 2018
The High Commissioner to the Gambia couldn’t let it slide…
Utmost respect for my esteemed colleagues in @UKinGhana @walkeriain & @UKinNigeria @PaulTArkwright & huge credit to both for celebrating #WorldJollofRiceDay in the best possible way but surely top prize should go to #Gambia ?? jolloff rice aka benachin??? https://t.co/yzJl9f1mx8
— Sharon Wardle (@SharonWardleFCO) August 22, 2018
As we all know, anytime a Jollof argument pops between Ghanaians and Nigerians, it’s almost always impossible to reach a consensus as this topic is purely subjective. Take me for instance, I’m Ghanaian and I can confidently say after tasting Nigerian Jollof that ours is definitely second to none (this just banter)!
Take a look at some of the reactions from their tweets below and share with us which country you think makes the best Jollof!
Im currently in Ghana, guess what?
Nigeria has the best Jollof rice in the world, its not even up for argument.Because someone put flag on a plate of jollof rice, you think its the best?
No!!!
My jollof remain undefeated.— Ojo-Oba Oluwabusola. (@ojoobabusolami) August 22, 2018
Our Nigerian siblings know Ghana jollof rules, it’s just mouth mouth that they’ve been doing.
— Bismark Opare (@nanapare) August 22, 2018
This is an award-wining observation. It is unquestionably true!#GhanaJollof #WorldJollofRiceDay
— Rans Kuipo (@keerans1) August 23, 2018
Ghana Jollof is the best ???
— Georgina Asamoah ???? (@GeorginaAsamoa5) August 23, 2018
Lol
Just realized most Jollof eaten in Nigeria were imported from Ghana…??The real Jollof in Nigeria is just COLOR RICE!
— C y P R U S…???????????? (@pkyalley) August 22, 2018
Thank you for that point of correction, sir.
— Chuks Njoku (@emnjoku) August 22, 2018
Another win for Naija. And thank God, Baba is not taking the glory.
— Dr. Grey (@greyzdiary) August 22, 2018
You’re a so right
— blessing olomu (@blessingolomu) August 22, 2018
Hahaha!!! Do you have a Nigerian title yet?
— Ebuka Obi-Uchendu (@Ebuka) August 22, 2018
