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Chicken Republic Upgrades Smokey Jollof Recipe Across Nigeria
Chicken Republic Upgrades Smokey Jollof Recipe Across Nigeria
Chicken Republic, Nigeria’s largest quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain and the flagship brand of Food Concepts Plc, has unveiled an upgraded version of its signature Smokey Jollof rice, rolling out the refreshed recipe across its nationwide network as part of a broader strategy to strengthen customer loyalty and enhance menu quality.
The revised Smokey Jollof delivers a richer smoky aroma, deeper flavour profile and improved consistency while preserving the distinctive taste that has made it one of the brand’s most popular menu offerings. The company said the upgrade reflects its ongoing investment in product innovation and its commitment to responding to evolving consumer preferences.
“We are constantly listening, learning and looking for ways to improve the experience we deliver,” said Olumide Aniyikaiye, Marketing Manager at Food Concepts Plc. “This update is not about changing what people love, but about making it even better.”
The nationwide launch reinforces Chicken Republic’s “Cooked to Hit Different” brand promise, an initiative that places product quality, consistency and customer satisfaction at the centr…
Chicken Republic unveils smokier Jollof in major menu upgrade
Chicken Republic unveils smokier Jollof in major menu upgrade
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27th June, 2026
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"At Chicken Republic, our customers are at the heart of every decision we make. We are constantly listening, learning and looking for ways to improve the experience we deliver," Aniyikaiye said.
Chicken Republic has introduced an enhanced version of its popular Smokey Jollof rice, reaffirming its commitment to delivering superior taste, quality and customer satisfaction through continuous menu innovation.
The improved recipe, now available across all Chicken Republic outlets nationwide, is designed to offer a richer smoky flavour, greater consistency and a more satisfying dining experience while preserving the distinctive taste that has made the dish a customer favourite.
According to the company, the launch reflects its customer-first philosophy and ongoing efforts to refine its menu in response to changing consumer preferences and feedback.
The enhanced Smokey Jollof also reinforces the brand’s promise of serving meals that are “Cooked to Hit Different.”
Speaking on the product upgrade, the Marketing Manager of Food Concepts …
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Republic has announced the introduction of its improved Smokey Jollof recipe across restaurants nationwide. The refreshed recipe reinforces the brand’s commitment to continuously enhancing customer experience through menu innovation, quality improvements, and meals that are Cooked to Hit Different.
Speaking on the launch, Olumide Aniyikaiye, Marketing Manager, Food Concepts Plc, said the refreshed recipe represents the latest evolution of one of the brand’s most popular offerings. Developed with a focus on richer flavour, greater consistency, and an even more satisfying eating experience, the improved Smokey Jollof, according to him, reflects Chicken Republic’s dedication to meeting the evolving tastes and expectations of its customers.
“At Chicken Republic, our customers are at the heart of every decision we make. We are constantly listening, learning and looking for ways to improve the experience we deliver. The improved Smokey Jollof is a reflection of that commitment. We’ve refined the recipe to deliver an…
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Republic says it has unveiled an improved Smokey Jollof recipe as part of efforts to enhance customer satisfaction and reinforce its commitment to menu innovation.
The company said the refreshed recipe, now available at its outlets nationwide, offers a richer flavour, greater consistency and a more satisfying dining experience while retaining the signature taste customers have come to enjoy.
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In a statement on Saturday, the flagship brand of Food Concepts Plc said the upgraded Smokey Jollof reflects its commitment to continuously improving product quality and delivering meals that are “Cooked to Hit Different.”
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Chicken Republic unveils improved Smokey Jollof
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Chicken Republic unveils improved Smokey Jollof
Chicken Republic unveils improved Smokey Jollof
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June 28, 2026 byOur Reporter
Chicken Republic, Nigeria‘s leading quick-service restaurant brand and a flagship brand of Food Concepts Plc, has announced the introduction of its improved Smokey Jollof recipe across restaurants nationwide.
The refreshed recipe reinforces the brand’s commitment to continuously enhancing customer experience through menu innovation, quality improvements, and meals that are Cooked to Hit Different.
The refreshed recipe represents the latest evolution of one of the brand’s most popular offerings.
Developed with a focus on richer flavour, greater consistency, and an even more satisfying eating experience, the improved Smokey Jollof reflects Chicken Republic’s dedication to meeting the evolving tastes and expectations of its customers.
As a customer-centric brand, Chicken Republic regularly evaluates consumer feedback, dining trends, and product performance to ensure its menu continues to deliver the quality and value customers have come to expect.
The updated Smokey Jollof is part of this ongoing commitment to continuous improvement and reinforces the brand’s promise of serving meals that are…
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2×cross-perspective · 3Chicken Republic has unveiled an upgraded version of its signature Smokey Jollof rice, rolling out the refreshed recipe across its nationwide network.
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thebusinesstimesng.com“Chicken Republic, Nigeria’s largest quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain and the flagship brand of Food Concepts Plc, has unveiled an upgraded version of its signature Smokey Jollof rice, rolling out the refreshed recipe across its nationwide network as part of a broader strategy to strengthen customer loyalty and enhance menu quality.”
thesun.ng“Chicken Republic has announced the introduction of its improved Smokey Jollof recipe across restaurants nationwide.”
thenationonlineng.net“Chicken Republic, Nigeria‘s leading quick-service restaurant brand and a flagship brand of Food Concepts Plc, has announced the introduction of its improved Smokey Jollof recipe across restaurants nationwide.”
pmnewsnigeria.com“Chicken Republic has introduced an enhanced version of its popular Smokey Jollof rice, reaffirming its commitment to delivering superior taste, quality and customer satisfaction through continuous menu innovation.”
premiumtimes“Chicken Republic unveils improved Smokey Jollof”
1×cross-perspective · 2The refreshed Smokey Jollof delivers a richer smoky aroma, deeper flavour profile and improved consistency while preserving the distinctive taste that has made it one of the brand’s most popular menu offerings.
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thebusinesstimesng.com“The revised Smokey Jollof delivers a richer smoky aroma, deeper flavour profile and improved consistency while preserving the distinctive taste that has made it one of the brand’s most popular menu offerings.”
pmnewsnigeria.com“The improved recipe, now available across all Chicken Republic outlets nationwide, is designed to offer a richer smoky flavour, greater consistency and a more satisfying dining experience while preserving the distinctive taste that has made the dish a customer favourite.”
1×broadly confirmedThe improved Smokey Jollof is developed with a focus on richer flavour, greater consistency, and an even more satisfying eating experience.
other
thesun.ng“Developed with a focus on richer flavour, greater consistency, and an even more satisfying eating experience, the improved Smokey Jollof, according to him, reflects Chicken Republic’s dedication to meeting the evolving tastes and expectations of its customers.”
thenationonlineng.net“Developed with a focus on richer flavour, greater consistency, and an even more satisfying eating experience, the improved Smokey Jollof reflects Chicken Republic’s dedication to meeting the evolving tastes and expectations of its customers.”
1×cross-perspective · 2Olumide Aniyikaiye, Marketing Manager at Food Concepts Plc, said: “We are constantly listening, learning and looking for ways to improve the experience we deliver.”
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thebusinesstimesng.com““We are constantly listening, learning and looking for ways to improve the experience we deliver,” said Olumide Aniyikaiye, Marketing Manager at Food Concepts Plc.”
thesun.ng“Speaking on the launch, Olumide Aniyikaiye, Marketing Manager, Food Concepts Plc, said the refreshed recipe represents the latest evolution of one of the brand’s most popular offerings. Developed with a focus on richer flavour, greater consistency, and an even more satisfying eating experience, the improved Smokey Jollof, according to him, reflects Chicken Republic’s dedication to meeting the evolving tastes and expectations of its customers. “At Chicken Republic, our customers are at the heart of every decision we make. We are constantly listening, learning and looking for ways to improve the experience we deliver.”
pmnewsnigeria.com“"At Chicken Republic, our customers are at the heart of every decision we make. We are constantly listening, learning and looking for ways to improve the experience we deliver," Aniyikaiye said.”
1×cross-perspective · 2Chicken Republic’s updated Smokey Jollof reinforces the brand’s promise of serving meals that are “Cooked to Hit Different.”
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thebusinesstimesng.com“The nationwide launch reinforces Chicken Republic’s “Cooked to Hit Different” brand promise, an initiative that places product quality, consistency a”
thesun.ng“The refreshed recipe reinforces the brand’s commitment to continuously enhancing customer experience through menu innovation, quality improvements, and meals that are Cooked to Hit Different.”
thenationonlineng.net“The refreshed recipe reinforces the brand’s commitment to continuously enhancing customer experience through menu innovation, quality improvements, and meals that are Cooked to Hit Different.”
pmnewsnigeria.com“The enhanced Smokey Jollof also reinforces the brand’s promise of serving meals that are “Cooked to Hit Different.””
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Olumide Aniyikaiye, Marketing Manager at Food Concepts Plc, said: “This update is not about changing what people love, but about making it even better.”
thebusinesstimesng.com
Chicken Republic is a flagship brand of Food Concepts Plc.
thenationonlineng.net
Chicken Republic is Nigeria’s leading quick-service restaurant brand.
thenationonlineng.net
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thebusinesstimesng.com
“as part of a broader strategy to strengthen customer loyalty and enhance menu quality.”
→ The upgrade is part of a strategy to strengthen customer loyalty and enhance menu quality.
thesun.ng
“reflects Chicken Republic’s dedication to meeting the evolving tastes and expectations of its customers.”
→ The update reflects Chicken Republic’s dedication to meeting evolving customer tastes and expectations.
thenationonlineng.net
“reflects Chicken Republic’s dedication to meeting the evolving tastes and expectations of its customers.”
→ The update reflects Chicken Republic’s dedication to meeting evolving customer tastes and expectations.
pmnewsnigeria.com
“reaffirming its commitment to delivering superior taste, quality and customer satisfaction through continuous menu innovation.”
→ The update reaffirms commitment to delivering superior taste, quality and customer satisfaction through continuous menu innovation.
premiumtimes
“New recipe reinforces brand commitment to delivering better taste experiences for customers”
→ The new recipe reinforces brand commitment to delivering better taste experiences for customers.
thebusinesstimesng.com
“The company said the upgrade reflects its ongoing investment in product innovation and its commitment to responding to evolving consumer preferences.”
→ The upgrade reflects ongoing investment in product innovation and commitment to responding to evolving consumer preferences.
pmnewsnigeria.com
“According to the company, the launch reflects its customer-first philosophy and ongoing efforts to refine its menu in response to changing consumer preferences and feedback.”
→ The launch reflects a customer-first philosophy and ongoing efforts to refine the menu in response to changing consumer preferences and feedback.