"U know nothing": Kerry Washington chooses between GH & Naija Jollof, fans react

Kerry Washington Chooses Between Ghana and Nigeria Jollof in Video

Kerry Washington, a famous American actress, recently made headlines. She is known for her role in the TV series *Scandal*. During an interview at the 2025 NAACP Image Awards, she chose Nigerian jollof over Ghanaian jollof. This sparked significant reactions on social media.

Washington attended the awards ceremony dressed in a stunning purple and brown outfit. She won the Best Actress award for her role in Tyler Perry's *The Six Triple Eight*. While on the red carpet, she was cheerful and engaged with reporters.

When asked about her favorite jollof rice, she responded enthusiastically. Although she initially hesitated to join the debate, she declared that "anything from Naija is gonna be better." This statement gave Nigeria a clear victory in the ongoing jollof debate.

Washington mentioned that this discussion is not new to her. Her husband, Nnamdi Asomugha, who is of Nigerian descent, often debates this topic with friends. For them, it’s usually between Nigerian and Senegalese jollof.

Asomugha has strong ties to Nigeria; he was born to Igbo parents in Louisiana. His background likely influenced Washington's choice of jollof rice.

The Ghana-Nigeria jollof debate has been ongoing since around 2010. Jollof is a popular West African dish made with rice and various ingredients. Although UNESCO recognized Senegal's version as part of its cultural heritage, the rivalry mainly focuses on Ghana and Nigeria today.

Fans quickly reacted online after Washington's comments about jollof rice. Some agreed with her choice while others disagreed strongly. Comments ranged from support for Nigerian jollof to claims that Ghanaian jollof is superior.

In contrast, DJ Khaled recently praised Ghanaian jollof over others during his vacation in the Bahamas. He shared a video enjoying rich Ghanaian jollof with grilled lobsters on Instagram.

This ongoing debate continues to engage fans across social media platforms as they express their preferences for either country's version of this beloved dish.