Benson Chukwu
IShowSpeed, the viral American streamer, has reignited the heated jollof rice rivalry after sampling Liberian jollof during his Africa tour, ultimately declaring Nigerian jollof superior.
A now-viral clip captures the 21-year-old internet sensation taking his first bite of Liberian jollof rice while live-streaming his culinary adventure.
Though complimentary toward the Liberian version, he couldn’t help but reaffirm his allegiance to Nigeria’s signature dish amidst cheers from viewers.
“Gotta keep it real—this slaps… but Nigeria still #1,” he announced between mouthfuls, sparking instant reactions.
🚨BREAKING: IShowSpeed crowns Nigerian jollof #1 after taste-testing Liberian version
The controversy-loving streamer just threw gasoline on West Africa’s fiercest food debate during his continent-wide tour, sending Naija fans into frenzy with his verdict.
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— The Nation Nigeria (@TheNationNews) January 24, 2026
Social media erupted as Nigerian netizens flooded platforms with jubilant memes, while Ghanaians and Liberians countered with passionate defenses of their national versions in the never-ending jollof wars.
The Ohio-born content creator, born Darren Watkins Jr., has been documenting his African journey through interactive streams, showcasing street food adventures and meet-ups with local fans.
David Ochayi
