Chef Chioma Adeleke returns to social media with cooking videos, sparking excitement among fans and celebrities after a multi-year break
Chef Chioma Rowland Adeleke, popularly known as Chef Chi, has officially resumed sharing cooking content on social media after a multi-year break, delighting fans and well-wishers across Nigeria.
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The celebrity chef, wife of Afrobeat star Davido, had not posted food-related videos since 2022 following a personal loss, and only briefly reappeared in 2025 with wedding photos.
Her full return this week was marked with a new clip demonstrating the preparation of a rich braised oxtail pasta.
In the video, Chef Chioma carefully guided viewers through the process, from selecting and cleaning ingredients to cooking and plating the dish.
The clip immediately sparked excitement online, with fans expressing joy at her return to culinary tutorials.
The post quickly attracted reactions from prominent figures in the Nigerian entertainment scene.
Skit maker Broda Shaggi jokingly requested a follow-up tutorial, while Davido flooded the comment section with affectionate emojis, signalling his support.
Fans responded with warm messages, praising Chef Chioma for her consistency and culinary creativity.
@etinosaofficial commented, “I can’t wait for banga soup and starch 😍😍😋😋yum,” while @d_realsolz added, “There should also be Shaki for our daddy. That’s his favorite 😍❤️.”
The return has been widely celebrated as a significant moment for her followers, many of whom missed the celebrity chef’s presence and expertise in cooking content.
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Chef Chioma Adeleke’s reappearance demonstrates a strong reconnection with her audience and reinforces her influence in Nigeria’s culinary scene.
