Firewood Rice Nigeria has announced that the first edition of Firewood Jollof Festival will be held on November 30, 2024.
The catering company cum restaurant announced that the Firewood Jollof Festival will be held at the Muri Okunola Park, Lagos, Nigeria.
According to the organisers, the highly anticipated event, themed ‘An Infusion of Firewood and Flavours,’ promises to unite food enthusiasts and cultural aficionados in a unique celebration of the iconic firewood-cooked Jollof Rice.
Speaking at an unveiling event, Chizoma Chukwueke, CEO of Firewood Rice Nigeria, revealed the driving force behind the event saying, “We created Firewood Jollof in response to the nostalgia for the traditional smoky taste of firewood-cooked Jollof Rice. Our aim is to preserve this cherished culinary experience while celebrating our Nigerian heritage. Firewood Jollof has garnered immense popularity at prominent events like the GTB Food and Drink Fair and the Knorr Jollof Festival, where it emerged as a crowd favourite. This festival serves as a celebration of the brand’s success and a testament to the community’s unwavering support.”
In the same vein, Sixtus Kachukwu, Customer Service Manager at Firewood Rice Nigeria, shed light on the distinctive features and competitive edge of the Firewood Jollof Festival.
“We have a thrilling experience in store for attendees,” he revealed. “The event will feature an impressive display of mouthwatering dishes and delectable desserts. Additionally, we’ve lined up an impressive roster of celebrity hosts, including Enioluwa Adeoluwa, Sisi Yemmie, and Hilda Baci, who will spearhead an engaging mini cook-a-thon.”
By Kayowa Adegboyega @TheNation
