Lai Mohammed Schools Nigerians: Jollof Rice Was Prison Fare from Senegal’s Wolof Roots

By Yahay Idris

In a revealing revelation that promises to spice up the endless Jollof wars across West Africa, former Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has firmly traced the origins of the iconic dish to Senegal.

Speaking candidly, Mohammed demystified the etymology, declaring: “When you look at the origin of Jollof, it’s actually from the word Wolof, and it’s Senegalese.

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The people don’t understand the origin of Jollof.”Delving deeper into history, he painted a vivid picture: “Jollof rice was actually the food prepared for prisoners, because it was that food put in one plate with oil, salt, and everything.

So, really, everything about Jollof is Wolof.

”Mohammed further underscored the authentication, noting: “Later, the UN Tourism somebody came out on Wikipedia confirming the origin of Jollof is Wolof.”

His timely intervention seeks to douse the flames of the great Jollof debate, urging Nigerians and West Africans alike to embrace the true story behind this beloved staple while celebrating our shared culinary heritage.