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Ghanaians in awe as Chef Faila ‘beats’ Nigerian Hilda Baci with culinary skills
Chef Faila
The rivalry between Ghana and Nigeria has taken an interesting twist over the past few days when Chef Faila Abdul Razak began her attempt to break the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the longest cooking marathon (cook-a-thon) on January 1.
Prior to that, Nigerian Chef Hilda Baci, in 2023, claimed the world cooking record with a 100-hour performance but was later dethroned by Alan Fisher who holds the current record for 120 hours.
Elsewhere, Uganda Chef Dorcus Mirembe had cooked for 144 hours in an attempt to beat the current record, though yet-to-be validated.
In order to be on the safe side, Chef Faila made an outstanding 227 hours of cooking, with 2864 plates served with 156 meals in 10 days just incase the Ugandan’s attempt had been approved.
Her attempt, however had been nothing short of the usual superiority banter between Ghanaians and Nigerians.
With her outstanding presentation and attention to details with her variety of cuisines as compared to Chef Hilda’s, Ghanaians took to social media to celebrate yet another victory.
As they compared the dishes from Chef Hilda and Faila, many thought the Ghanaian’s emergence had settled yet another score and perhaps raised the bar as far as cooking skills were concerned.
“But for Chef Faila, Hilda Baci had scammed all of us that she is the best cook in West Africa,” a Nigerian Facebook user said.
“Hilda Baci must be arrested for the kind of things she prepared and managed to confuse the public that she is the best,” a Ghana-based Nigerian said on Instagram.
“God Bless Chef Faila for showing Nigerians how to prepare proper jollof,” another Ghanaian Facebook user commented.
Many of such comments and counter arguments have emerged since Chef Faila took the interesting challenge which, just like the Sing-a-thon, had attracted patronage and support from Ghanaian dignitaries and celebrities.
Notable among them were the Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Chief of Staff, Frema Akosua Osei-Opare, former First Lady, Lordina Mahama, former Black Stars players, Stephen Appiah, Laryea Kingston and Asamoah Gyan and a delegation from the Chief Imam, Sheik Osman Nuhu Sharubutu.
By Michael D. Abayateye
Entertainment
Franky 5 is new host of Max Morning Live
Celebrated radio and television personality Frank Kwabena Owusu affectionately called Franky 5 has officially joined the iMAX Media Group.
The renowned presenter is set to light up the screens of Max TV as host of the station’s flagship morning show, Max Morning Live, starting Monday, September 8, 2020, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Franky 5 brings with him many years of rich experience in media, combining exceptional television and radio presentation skills with a proven track record in event organisation and creative production. His addition promises to deliver an exciting, refreshing experience to viewers of Max TV.
Over the years, Franky 5 has carved a unique niche in the Ghanaian media and showbiz industry with his dynamic and versatile style of presentation. Whether formal or informal, his delivery blends professionalism with an engaging flair that resonates with diverse audiences.
Beyond his on-screen duties, Franky 5 will also serve as Head of Entertainment and Events at iMAX Media Group, where he will play a key role in shaping the station’s entertainment content and driving innovative initiatives.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Osanju is dead
Popular Ghanaian content creator, Elvis Frimpong, known in showbiz circles as Osanju has been reported dead.
According to sources, he was said to have died in the early hours on Monday, September 1, 2025 after a long battle with blood cancer (Leukemia)
His death has been a shock in the Ghanaian community especially coming shortly after his last post.
His demise comes five months after he had laid his mother, Amounu, also a tiktoker, to rest, having lost her in January.
Hours before his passing, he had posted a video on Sunday with friends watching the Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano match, prompting many fans to initially dismiss the reports as a hoax.
Osanju’s death has been described as a huge loss by followers who admired his openness, resilience and positive outlook in the face of ill health.
However, Osanju had previously shared his battle with leukemia, a cancer of the blood, on his TikTok account, even eerily predicting his own demise on a couple of occasions.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
