King Charles III hosted Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a state visit, drawing attention not only to diplomatic ties but also to a light-hearted cultural moment that has since sparked widespread conversation online.
In a video shared on X by Sky News, the British monarch, during his speech, made a humorous reference to one of West Africa’s most debated dishes, Jollof rice.
‘Last week, I was delighted to host a jollof and tea party at St. James’s Palace. I was firmly assured that the jollof was only the best. Nigerian of course.’
King Charles welcomes Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu at Windsor Castle for his two-day state visit… pic.twitter.com/Dd5TEZS71J
— Sky News (@SkyNews) March 18, 2026
“Last week I was delighted to host a Jollof and tea party at St. James’s Palace. I was firmly assured that the Jollof was the best. Nigerian, of course,” he said.
The comment has since reignited the long-standing “Jollof Wars,” a friendly but passionate rivalry among West African countries, particularly Nigeria and Ghana, over who makes the best version of the iconic dish.
Social media users across the region have quickly joined the conversation, with many sharing reactions, jokes, and national pride over the monarch’s endorsement.
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