Lai Mohammed Claims Jollof Rice Was Originally Prepared for Prisoners, Sparks Online Reactions" Former Nigerian Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed, revealed in a December 23, 2025 interview that jollof rice, as known today, originated from Senegalese “wollof” and was initially prepared for prisoners. Mohammed explained that the dish combined all ingredients on one plate and only later evolved into the popular home and party dish familiar in Nigeria and Ghana. His comments reignited discussions online, with many Nigerians reacting on social media, while others defended the dish’s cultural significance. The disclosure comes amid the ongoing playful “Jollof Rice War” between Nigeria and Ghana over the best version of the dish. #LaiMohammed #JollofRice #WollofRice #NigerianCuisine #FoodOrigins #SenegaleseCuisine

Lai Mohammed Says Family Was Bullied During #EndSARS, Considered Resigning Under Pressure Former Minister of Information Lai Mohammed says his family suffered severe bullying during the 2020 #EndSARS protests, with relatives harassed both online and offline and their businesses badly affected. Speaking ahead of the launch of his new book, Mohammed revealed that his family even held a meeting urging him to resign. He reiterated his long-held position denying a massacre at the Lekki Tollgate and accused CNN of relying on second-hand sources. Mohammed also defended Buhari’s legacy, insisting the former president managed Boko Haram more effectively than critics claim. #EndSARS #LaiMohammed #Politics

Lai Mohammed Says Suspending Twitter in Nigeria Was His Toughest Decision as Information Minister Former Nigerian Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed, revealed that suspending Twitter (now X) in 2021 was one of the hardest decisions during his eight-year tenure. Speaking about his new book, Headlines and Soundbites, Mohammed defended the action, stating it was necessary to curb the platform’s use by elements “destabilising the country” and was unrelated to the deletion of former President Buhari’s tweet. He emphasized that his decisions prioritized national interest over popularity and highlighted his broader advocacy for social media regulation. #LaiMohammed #TwitterBanNigeria #BuhariAdministration

Lai Mohammed Says Buhari’s Death News Left Him Paralysed for Days Former Information Minister Lai Mohammed revealed he was physically paralysed for days after hearing of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari’s death. He described Buhari as a supportive leader who never micromanaged and praised his loyalty and leadership style. Mohammed also recounted the challenges he faced during the EndSARS period, including attacks on his family, and addressed accusations that he frequently lied while defending the administration. His reflections are documented in his new book, Headlines and Soundbites. #fintter #LaiMohammed #Buhari #NigeriaPolitics