A baker based in Benin City, Edo State, has taken to social media to express profound disappointment after being unable to submit her final project for a popular online culinary class. The incident, which has sparked widespread discussion online, involves renowned chef Hilda Baci and a student who felt her efforts were wasted.
The Heartbreaking Experience of a Dedicated Student
Chukwuemeke Success, an aspiring chef and baker, enrolled in Hilda Baci's Christmas Menu Masterclass. She actively participated and documented her class activities on her TikTok page, @girliescakeandsuprises. However, her journey took a distressing turn during the final stage.
According to Success, she was on the verge of submitting her final assignment, into which she had invested significant effort and resources, when she discovered that Hilda Baci had locked the class's group chat. This action effectively prevented her and potentially other latecomers from submitting their completed work.
In an emotional video posted on TikTok, the young baker lamented that all her hard work had seemingly gone to waste. Text overlaid on the video read, "The moment I was about to submit my final assignment but Hilda Baci locked the group immediately."
Student's Emotional Outpouring and Public Reaction
Success did not hold back her feelings in the post. She admitted to crying over the incident and stated she had not been feeling okay since the disappointment. She emphasized that she had "outdone" herself and put in immense effort for the assignment.
She also referenced the chef's alleged stance, quoting, "She said that she doesn’t care if we didn’t submit." Despite her devastation, Success ended her message on a note of resilience, thanking her supporters and vowing that this setback was not the end of her culinary journey.
The public reaction on social media has been mixed. While many expressed sympathy for the student's plight and the effort she lost, others pointed to the importance of deadlines.
Some key reactions compiled from the comment section include:
- Luxe Creations By Loveth suggested there was likely a time frame for submission that was exceeded, advising straightforwardness instead of making Hilda seem wicked.
- Tabitha defended the student, arguing that she wasn't painting Hilda as wicked and that everyone can relate to missing a deadline despite great effort.
- BADDIES VENDOR IN IBADAN offered condolences but advised better time management next time.
- __ADA BEKEE drew a comparison to school deadlines, suggesting the student work on herself instead of shifting blame.
- T FOR TAYO showed empathy, likening the situation to studying all night for an exam and then not being able to write it.
Context: Hilda Baci's Classes and Incentives
This incident comes amid Hilda Baci's growing profile as a culinary instructor following her Guinness World Record achievement for the largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice. Her online classes have gained significant popularity among aspiring cooks in Nigeria and the diaspora.
In a related development, Hilda Baci previously announced a major incentive for her students. In October, she revealed on Instagram that she had purchased a brand-new red Sonata car to be given to a lucky participant in an upcoming training session. This highlights the high stakes and attractive rewards often associated with her programs.
The situation raises questions about the administration of popular online courses, communication of deadlines, and the handling of late submissions. It underscores the emotional and financial investment students make in such programs and the impact of strict administrative rules.
