American Rapper Wale recently stirred up a food debate online as he shared his opinions on Nigerian dishes, sparking a lot of reactions from netizens.
In a post on his X page, the rapper expressed his preference for rice and stew over the beloved Nigerian food, Jollof rice, which he tagged as a food more suited for children.
he didn’t stop there, as he further made comparison between two popular Nigerian swallow dishes.
He controversially declared that Eba, a swallow made from cassava, reigns supreme over Amala, which is derived from yam or plantain.
Additionally, he speculated that Jollof spaghetti has also achieved its own success since its introduction into the Nigerian food list
The rapper went on to speak on the often overlooked combination of yam and egg, labeling it as the most underrated Nigerian delicacy.
He also made emphasis on the importance of adding a sprinkle of sugar to the yam, adding a hint of sweetness to the dish.
Since his tweet went viral, social media has been abuzz with reactions from Nigerians online.
Netizens have expressed differing opinions on his food preferences and the order in which he ranked the dishes.
Defending the beloved Jollof rice and Amala, others found humor in the rapper’s views and engaged in light-hearted banter.