Miss Universe unveils 22 contestants as pageant kicks off

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The organisers of Miss Universe Nigeria 2025 have announced 22 finalists who will compete for the prestigious crown at this year’s edition of the pageant.

The contestants, representing various states across the Nigeria were unveiled through the pageant’s official website and social media platforms. The winner will succeed the outgoing queen, Chidinma Adetshina, and earn the opportunity to represent Nigeria at the Miss Universe international finals later this year.

According to the organisers, the pageant goes beyond physical beauty, placing strong emphasis on advocacy and social impact. Each contestant is expected to champion causes such as education, youth empowerment, health, and gender equality.

The organisers said camping for the contestants began on Sunday, marking the start of a series of activities, including training sessions, grooming, and advocacy presentations, all leading up to the highly anticipated grand finale.

Voting has officially commenced on the Miss Universe Nigeria website, allowing fans to support their favourite contestants.

According to the organizers, the 22 Finalists are:

Abia – Okereke Juliana

Abuja (FCT) – Idungafa Eno

Adamawa – Jemimah Akange

Akwa Ibom – Ndah Eno

Anambra – Basil Onyinyechi

Bayelsa – Kurobo Fortune

Cross River – Myya Jones

Delta – Asaboro De-Blessing

Ebonyi – Ugoaru Onuoha

Edo – Adesuwa Omoigiafu

Ekiti – Ezekiel Silver

Enugu – Shalom Ozioko

Gombe – Chibuzor Chijioke

Imo – Queeneth Igbokwe

Jigawa – Eleh Nneka

Kaduna – Sophia Nelson

Kano – Mbah Cynthia

Kwara – Ufa Dania

Lagos – Bolarinde Damilola

Ogun – Ikediashi Irene

Ondo – Elohor Okpako

Rivers – Able Dike

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