Popular American streamer IShowSpeed praises Nigerian jollof rice as superior to Senegal’s during his Lagos visit, declaring it the best in the world and fueling the long-running West African jollof debate
IShowSpeed Settles the Jollof Debate: Nigerian Rice Beats Senegal’s and Takes the Crown as World’s Best
Famous American streamer Darren Jason Watkins Jr., better known as IShowSpeed, has officially thrown his weight behind Nigerian jollof rice, declaring it superior to Senegal’s version and crowning it the best in the world.
The high-energy content creator made the bold proclamation during a lively livestream in Lagos on Wednesday, shortly after arriving in Nigeria from Senegal, where he had streamed the country’s AFCON trophy victory parade.
Joining the long-standing West African rivalry over which nation makes the ultimate jollof rice, Speed didn’t hold back after tasting the Nigerian dish.
“Nigerian jollof rice is good. It taste better than Senegal jollof rice. I think I would have to go with Nigeria in terms of which country has the best jollof rice,” he said.
The statement quickly sparked reactions online, with Nigerian fans celebrating the endorsement from one of the world’s most popular streamers, while some Senegalese supporters playfully pushed back.
Speed’s visit to Nigeria continues to generate massive buzz, as his energetic streams showcase local culture, food, and hospitality to his global audience of millions.
His verdict adds fresh fuel to the iconic jollof rice debate—long contested between Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, and others—proving once again that the spicy, flavorful dish remains a source of national pride across West Africa. Read More
