Africa
OVER 40 NIGERIAN CHEFS HEAD TO GAMBIA AS WAFFEST PUSHES WEST AFRICAN CUISINE ONTO GLOBAL STAGE
More than 40 Nigerian chefs, judges and officials are participating in WAFFEST 2026 in Banjul, The Gambia, from October 15 to 21. Led by Association of Professional Chefs Nigeria President Dr. Eric Mekwuye, Team Nigeria will showcase indigenous dishes, beverages, ingredients and cultural traditions representing the country’s six geopolitical zones. Organizers expect more than 30 countries, over 350 international guests and about 1,000 participants, with masterclasses, cuisine showcases and the Jollof Rice competition among the major attractions. Punch Newspapers
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