By Obinna Uballa
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
