Plantain empanadas, also called plantain pies, are a delicious twist on the traditional Nigerian meat pie. For the preparation of empanadas, instead of using flour dough, ripe plantains are mashed and used as the outer layer and filled with minced meat, chicken, fish, cheese, or vegetables, creating a naturally delicious snack. Here is how to make the perfect plantain empanadas....

Nollywood actress Adunni Ade left many fans and followers stunned after revealing that she secretly welcomed her daughter more than two years ago and kept the news away from the public. Sharing her baby bump photos, the actress made the surprise announcement in an emotional Instagram post on Sunday, June 7, 2026, which coincided with her birthday. Adunni disclosed that...

Tamunosoye Karibi-George has been crowned Miss World Nigeria 2026. She was crowned at a grand finale held at the Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, on Saturday night. The 26-year-old Rivers State indigene, representing Bayelsa State, emerged as the winner among 20 finalists in a competition themed “Pride, Power, and Purpose.” She will represent Nigeria at the 73rd Miss World...

Dr. Esther Nkem Okereke emerged as the presidential candidate of the National Rescue Movement (NRM) ahead of the 2027 general election after securing victory at the party’s national convention held in Abuja on May 29. With this victory, she becomes the first woman to secure a presidential ticket from NRM. She is one of four women from the South East...

Getting a henna tattoo has become increasingly popular among women looking for a beautiful, temporary alternative to permanent body art. From intricate bridal designs to trendy festival patterns, henna tattoos offer a unique way to express creativity and celebrate cultural traditions. But before you sit down for your first henna session, there are a few important things you should know....

Tennis legend and 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams has officially announced her return to professional tennis, nearly four years after stepping away from the sport. The 44-year-old icon is set to make her competitive comeback at the HSBC Championships at Queen’s Club in London, where she will compete in the doubles event after receiving a wildcard entry. The tournament...

Actress Biodun Okeowo, popularly called Omoborty, has sent a word of advice to single parents as her son graduates from Concordia University, Edmonton, Canada. Sharing her story on her Instagram page, she revealed how she had to make several sacrifices in order to pay his school fees. She wrote: I’m sharing this story to encourage every single parent out there...

Olori Ivie Atuwatse III is known as the Queen of the Warri Kingdom and wife of Ogiame Atuwatse III, the current king of the Warri Kingdom and the 21st Olu of Warri. Beyond her title, she is a lawyer, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and a strong advocate for women’s empowerment. Here are some interesting things to know about her.   1. She...

Kano State has been ranked the best state to raise a family in Nigeria ahead of Lagos and Abuja, according to a new report by SBM Intelligence. The report, published on May 26, titled Where Nigerian Families Actually Thrive, assessed eight states (Abuja, Anambra, Bauchi, Cross River, Kano, Lagos, Oyo, and Rivers) across 15 indicators, including income levels, healthcare access, electricity...

Veteran Nollywood actress Patience Ozokwor has joined football icon Jay-Jay Okocha and Super Eagles stars Samuel Chukwueze and Tolu Arokodare in the latest campaign for Nike ahead of the 2026 football season. The campaign, created in collaboration with British-Nigerian artist Olaolu Slawn, celebrates Nigerian culture, football heritage, street fashion, and creativity through a bold new lifestyle collection inspired by the...