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Miss Imo, Ugochi Ihezue, was crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2023 on Sunday, September 10 at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The 26-year-old visual artist and women's advocate with a master's degree in business administration will represent Nigeria at Miss Universe 2023 in El Salvador this November. Another winner, Zamfara's Sectra Okundaye was crowned Miss Supranational Nigeria 2023 and will next year go to Poland to compete in Miss Supranational 2024. The runner-up was the representative of Ekiti, Princess Agunbiade while Lagos, Tofe Olagoke, and Anambra, Paula Ezendu were the rest of the Top 5 finalists. Completing the Top 15 were Katsina, Cynthia Okoro, Ogun, Olashubomi Balogun, Jigawa, Perpetual Ukadike, Ebonyi, Chimamaka Immaculate Ali, Rivers, Nyekachi Douglas, Cross River, Louisa Jacob-Duke, Nasarawa, Nana Aisha Abubakar, Borno, Chinaza Miracle, Niger, Princess Harnet Eweka, and Ondo, Inem Shina. The new Miss Universe Nigeria is no stranger to pagean

Following the physical screening held last Friday at Silverbird Galleria in Abuja, the 37 contestants vying for Miss Universe Nigeria 2023 have been officially unveiled. The selection panel consisted of award-winning international journalist and TV host Keturah King; entrepreneur and public speaker Kiki Chiori; and an award-winning presenter, host, digital and media strategist Bridget Chigbufue. This year's standalone pageant for Miss Universe Nigeria is a spin-off from the renowned Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) pageant organized by Silverbird Communications. The next Miss Universe Nigeria, to be crowned next month by the reigning queen Hannah Iribhogbe, will go on to compete in Miss Universe 2023 this November in El Salvador. Who will take home the national title? Meet the contestants representing different states of Nigeria: Miss Abia - Roseline Okenwa Miss Abuja - Aisha Taalia Ali Miss Adamawa - Favour John Miss Akwa Ibom - Freda-Ann Eko Miss Anambra - Paula Ezendu

Tiana Michaels was crowned Queen of South East Nigeria 2023 in a glittering event held on Saturday, July 15 at Gardenia Hotel in Independence Layout, Enugu. The 23-year-old entrepreneur, event planner and coordinator bested 12 other competitors to win the title. She succeeds Queen of South East Nigeria 2021 Achalla Amarachukwu. Benita Chisom and Blessing Emmanuel were named the first and second runners-up, respectively, while Jennifer Odo Ifeoma clinched the Queen of South East Ambassador title. This year's competition themed "The New Revelation" marked the 6th edition of the prestigious regional pageant. Meet the new Queen of South East Nigeria: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Queen Of South East Nigeria Beauty Pageant (@queenofsoutheastnig) Photos: Queen of South East Nigeria / Instagram

Former Miss World Nigeria Nyekachi Douglas has officially applied to compete in the Miss Universe Nigeria 2023 pageant. Her participation was confirmed when her official entry video to the competition was posted on both her and Miss Universe Nigeria Instagram accounts. "I just want people to be able to say I did it. I gave myself the opportunity to explore this dream whether I succeed at it or not. And I can't think of a better platform to amplify my voice in these pursuits than the Miss Universe platform," she said in the video. The 25-year-old model, actress, and philanthropist was crowned Miss World Nigeria 2019 and went on to join the 69th Miss World pageant where she placed in the Top 5 and was awarded the Miss World Africa continental title. Following the international final in London, Nyekachi went viral online for her priceless reaction when Jamaica's Toni-Ann Singh was announced Miss World winner. This year's Miss Universe Nigeria standalone competition w

The Beauty of Africa International Pageant (BAIP) organization officially announced Zuleihat Yusuf Oyarazi as Nigeria's representative for Miss Teen International 2023 in Cambodia. Prior to her quest to become the first Nigerian and African beauty to win the international title, the Kogi-born model was declared fifth runner-up during the 15th BAIP finals in Abuja last year. BAIP believes that with Zuleihat's exceptional modeling skills and elegant physical attributes, the 20-year-old will make a lasting impression on the global stage. "She will bring a distinctive blend of Nigerian culture, style, and grace to the global platform, showcasing the rich heritage and diversity of Nigeria to an international audience," reads an official announcement on social media. This year's Miss Teen International 2023 final competition will be held on Saturday, June 24 in the Cambodian capital city of Phnom Penh. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mis

Queen of South East Nigeria 2023 final show is scheduled to be held on Saturday, July 15 at Gardenia Hotel in Independence Layout, Enugu. In conjunction with the 5th South East Campus Awards (SECA), the upcoming event themed "The New Revelation" marks the 6th edition of the much-awaited regional pageant. Both events will celebrate the essence of beauty, grace, and academic excellence within the country's South East region. A total of 13 contestants are vying for the title currently held by Queen of South East Nigeria 2021 Achalla Amarachukwu. They are Aleruchi Onwuchekwa, Ogechukwu Blessing, Nwachukwu Mercy, Nneoma Precious, Tiana Michaels, Benita Chisom, Victory Ogechi, Susana Sunday, Precious Ijeoma, Chioma Favour, Blessing Emmanuel, Eze Martina, and Jennifer Ifeoma. You don't want to miss witnessing the captivating performances, thrilling entertainment, and special appearances by notable guests and celebrities of the region. For tickets, visit the pageant's  of

Ada Eme, a 24-year-old model and event planner representing Abia, was proclaimed the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) 2022 in a glittering national competition held on Friday, October 21 at Eko Hotel & Suites in Lagos. The new queen bested 36 other contestants to win the 34th MBGN edition and clinch the title of Miss World Nigeria 2022. She succeeds last year's winner Oluchi Madubuike and will now prepare to represent her country at the 71st Miss World pageant on a date yet to be announced. Miss Edo, Montana Onose Felix, finished second and received the title of Miss Universe Nigeria 2022 while Miss Anambra, Genevieve Ukatu, Miss Abuja, Ifeoma Uzogheli, and Miss Lagos, Lydia Balogun rounded out the Top 5 and took home the titles Miss Supranational Nigeria, Miss Ecowas Nigeria, and Miss Tourism Nigeria, respectively. The new Miss World Nigeria advocates for empowering young women and children in her country through education. She said in a short video clip for the MBGN page

Montana Onose Felix was named Miss Universe Nigeria 2022 after placing first runner-up during the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) 2022 pageant on Friday, October 21 at Eko Hotels & Suites in Lagos. The 21-year-old model and actress, currently based in Texas, represented the Nigerian State of Edo in the 34th MBGN edition. She succeeds last year's titleholder Maristella Okpala and will now prepare to represent Nigeria at the 71st Miss Universe pageant in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA this January. A total of 37 women took part in the glittering national competition. The main title of Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria and Miss World Nigeria 2022 went to Miss Abia, Ada Eme. Rounding out the Top 5 finalists were Miss Anambra, Genevieve Ukatu; Miss Abuja, Ifeoma Uzogheli; and Miss Lagos, Lydia Balogun. They were named Miss Supranational Nigeria, Miss Ecowas Ecowas and Miss Tourism Nigeria, respectively. Meet the new Miss Universe Nigeria: View this post on Instagram

The prestigious Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) 2022 grand final is taking place tonight at the Eko Hotels and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos. Out of 37 competitors, five queens will be crowned at the culmination of the event — MBGN World, MBGN Universe, MBGN Supranational, MBGN Ecowas, and MBGN Tourism. They will represent Nigeria at the next Miss Universe, Miss World, Miss Supranational, Miss Ecowas, and Miss Tourism International pageants. Hosted by former titleholder turned artist Munachi Abii and professional actor Deyemi Okanlawon, tonight's competition is the 34th edition of the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) pageant. The show broadcasts live on Silverbird TV . View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mbgnsilverbird (@mbgn_silverbird) --- FINAL RESULTS --- Special Awards Miss WAW - Miss Plateau, Grace Yakubu Miss Amity - Miss Zamfara, Oluwatoyin Ibitoye Miss Charismatic - Miss Akwa Ibom, Sharon Edet Best Traditional Costume - Miss Gomb

The Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) 2022 competition was officially unveiled on Friday, October 14 at the Silverbird Galleria in Lagos. Camp for this year's contestants also kicked off where they go through intensive exercises consisting of confidence building sessions, catwalk, choreography, grooming, public speaking, and etiquette. Organized by the Silverbird Group under the leadership of Guy Murray-Bruce, MBGN holds the license to send the next Nigerian representatives to Miss World, Miss Universe, and Miss Supranational pageants. The 34th Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria grand final will be held this Friday, October 21 at the Eko Hotels and Suites. A total of five national titles are at stake — MBGN World, MBGN Universe, MBGN Supranational, MBGN Ecowas, and MBGN Tourism. Here are the 37 contestants representing various Nigerian states: Miss Abia - Ada Eme Miss Abuja - Ifeoma Uzogheli Miss Adamawa - Enenma Ibekwe Miss Akwa Ibom - Sharon Edet Miss Anambra - Genevieve Ukatu Mi