IShowSpeed’s Dad Picks Nigerian Jollof Over Ghanaian In Taste Test

In a separate livestream from his son’s African tour, IShowSpeed’s father, Darren Watkins Sr., took part in a playful culinary showdown to settle the famous West African debate: which jollof rice is better, Nigerian or Ghanaian?

Watkins Sr. was presented with two plates — one Nigerian jollof and one Ghanaian jollof — without knowing which was which. After tasting both, he confidently picked the Nigerian version, praising its smoky aroma, rich flavor, and bold seasoning. His decision quickly went viral, sparking reactions and discussions across social media.

This was Watkins Sr.’s first time trying both dishes, and unlike his son, who had sampled Nigerian and Ghanaian jollof during his “Speed Does Africa” tour, he relied solely on his own taste test. His verdict added a humorous and engaging twist to the ongoing “jollof wars” debate.

The livestream highlighted the elder Watkins’ personality and became a favorite moment for fans, showing that the jollof rivalry extends even to the family of the popular content creator.

IShowSpeed had his dad try Nigerian and Ghanaian jollof for the first time to settle the debate and just like Speed, he chose Nigerian 🇳🇬🔥❤️ pic.twitter.com/PhRS4plD9V

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