Once upon a time in the vibrant campus of Federal Polytechnic Melle, a young Accounting student named Amaka Onyebuchi was juggling textbooks and trays of buns. Yes — buns! Long before she ever stepped into a boardroom, Amaka was already a master of the grind, hustling her way through school with determination and a dash of entrepreneurial flair.
After earning her degree, Amaka traded her apron for office heels and stepped confidently into the world of banking. She landed a role at Access Bank, where she quickly made a name for herself with her smarts, style, and a smile that could soften even the toughest client. It was a solid career path — respected, stable, and promising.
But Amaka had something else simmering inside her.
One day, she did the unthinkable. She left the predictable rhythm of banking and stirred up her real passion — food. And not just any food. We’re talking soul-warming, finger-licking African and Igbo delicacies served hot at AMANDAZ Kitchen, her very own culinary oasis nestled in the heart of Computer Village, Ikeja. From native soups to spicy jollof rice, her kitchen became the tastebud temple for food lovers across Lagos.
Still, this woman wasn’t done. Not even close.
In a plot twist nobody saw coming, Amaka decided to enter the medical field. Yes, the same woman who once sold buns and served nkwobi is now graduating from a respected medical facility in Newfoundland, Canada. From food for the body to healing for the soul — her evolution is nothing short of phenomenal.
From a humble girl with dreams bigger than her purse to a banker, chef, and now a soon-to-be healthcare professional, Amaka Onyebuchi is the definition of reinvention. And guess what? She’s still moving, still growing, and still striving for perfection.
So, the next time you feel stuck, remember: you can go from buns to bank vaults to bandages — just like Amaka did. All you need is courage, seasoning… and a little bit of crazy brilliance.
Stay tuned. Her story is still cooking.
