What is the most common type of rice consumed in Nigeria?

White rice is the most commonly consumed rice variety in Nigeria. It is polished to remove the husk, bran and germ, leaving just the starchy endosperm. Nigerian white rice is versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes including jollof rice, fried rice, and coconut rice, among others.

Parboiled rice is also a popular type of rice in Nigeria. This rice variety is partially cooked in the husk, which helps to retain some of the nutrients lost during processing. It is then milled to remove the husk, bran and germ, leaving a partially cooked rice grain that is rich in nutrients. Parboiled rice is commonly used in dishes like local jollof rice, coconut rice and fried rice.