Sappor Cuisine chef speaks: Woman behind iShowSpeed’s Jollof rice reveals secret
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The chef at Sappor Cuisine has revealed herself as the cook who prepared the Jollof rice American streamer iShowSpeed ate during his visit to Nigeria. In an interview released on February 1, 2026, she expressed shock at the global attention. Her husband also praised her skills, noting that over one million people watched the viral moment live.
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The woman behind the viral Nigerian Jollof rice victory has finally broken her silence. She spoke candidly in a new video about the meal that impressed American YouTuber iShowSpeed. The internet personality recently visited the country and fueled a massive online debate about West African cuisine.
The chef operates Sappor Cuisine and admitted she remains in shock over the massive reaction. She noted that she never expected such a global spotlight from a single plate of food.
Her joy was evident as she discussed the power of social media with her husband by her side. ”Me sincerely, I’m still in shock,” she said, laughing about the sudden fame. “Whether we like it or not, Nigeria has good food.”
This revelation follows the viral moment where iShowSpeed sparked debate after rating Nigerian Jollof above Liberian rice.
A husband’s pride
The chef’s husband sat beside her and beamed with pride throughout the interview. He declared to the camera that he married the best cook in the world. He explained that the livestream attracted over one million concurrent viewers while Speed ate the rice.
”I mean, that was power,” he emphasized, referring to the massive reach of the broadcast. The couple expressed deep gratitude to the streamer for visiting their establishment. They believe his visit brought a “global visitation” to their business.
This attention is significant, especially after iShowSpeed rates Ghana Jollof fans erupt over shock vs Nigeria choice earlier in his tour.
Decades of experience
The chef revealed that her culinary journey began long before social media fame. She started cooking for her mother at the age of 12. Her passion only grew after she married into a family of caterers.
”I really love cooking a lot,” she shared, explaining her deep connection to the kitchen. Her mother-in-law also worked as a caterer, which helped refine her skills over the years.
She now serves a wide variety of customers, including many expatriates who visit the restaurant.
These foreign guests often surprise the staff by ordering traditional local dishes. The husband noted that they frequently ask for Egusi soup and fufu.
The chef confidently added that she prepares the best Egusi soup in the region.
”They enjoy it, they relish in it,” the husband confirmed, describing the customers’ satisfaction. He added that these guests return repeatedly whenever they are in the area.
The video concluded with the chef offering a heartfelt prayer for iShowSpeed. She thanked him for “raising people” and prayed for his continued success.
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