American online personality IShowSpeed has publicly acclaimed Nigeria’s jollof rice as the best in the world during recent interactions with fans on social media, underscoring the global appeal of West African cuisine.
The streamer, known for his large online audience and cross-cultural engagements, made the comments after sampling Nigerian jollof while visiting Lagos earlier this month. His praise has since generated widespread attention among food lovers and content creators across Africa and beyond.
IShowSpeed’s endorsement reflects a broader global trend in which West African foods particularly rice dishes like Nigerian and Ghanaian jollof, are gaining international recognition and sparking passionate debates about flavour, preparation styles and cultural culinary heritage.
His remarks quickly trended on social platforms, framing Nigeria as a key culinary destination for fans of African cuisine. Discussions about regional food traditions, ingredients and cooking methods have also been amplified, with many users sharing recipes and inviting global audiences to explore Nigerian gastronomy.
Culinary experts note that international appreciation of dishes like jollof rice can contribute to tourism interest and cultural exchange, while spotlighting the diversity and richness of African food traditions in global food conversations.
