The legendary West African “Jollof Wars” have a new celebrity verdict. American YouTube star iShowSpeed has officially declared Nigerian Jollof rice his favorite, settling the debate—at least from his perspective—during his high-profile “Speed Does Africa” tour.
A Three-Way Comparison
As part of his 28-day journey across 20 countries, Speed has been exploring African culture, tourism, and local cuisines. To reach his conclusion, the streamer sampled the three most debated variations of the dish:
- Senegalese Jollof: Sampled during his stop in the dish’s historical home.
- Ghanaian Jollof: Tested during his recent stay in Ghana.
- Nigerian Jollof: Tasted during his time in Lagos.
The Verdict in Ghana
In a surprising twist, Speed shared his final verdict while live-streaming in Ghana. After tasting the local version, he compared it directly to his experience in Nigeria.
“I think Nigeria is better, this tastes good too but I don’t know tho… I don’t know tho but…” he told his viewers. Despite acknowledging the quality of the Ghanaian dish, he ultimately stood by his preference for the Nigerian style.
Online Excitement and Debate
The streamer’s comments immediately sparked a wave of excitement and friendly rivalry across social media. While Nigerian fans celebrated the “win,” others continued to defend their local recipes, fueling fresh debates over which country truly holds the crown for the best Jollof.
Key Highlights:
- The Decision: Nigeria emerged as the winner after Speed sampled versions from three different countries.
- The Setting: The final verdict was delivered during a live stream in Ghana.
- The Tour: The culinary exploration is part of his “Speed Does Africa” tour focused on showcasing African heritage.
🗣️Nigeria jollof is better than Ghana jollof
Ishowspeed — after testing Ghana jollof pic.twitter.com/2y3xQCQ79K
— Real (@real65877) January 26, 2026
Source: Africa Publicity
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