22 contestants emerge for Miss Universe Nigeria 2025 (FULL LIST)

The journey to the Miss Universe Nigeria 2025 title has officially begun as organisers unveiled the 22 young women selected as finalists for this year’s competition.

The announcement, made through the pageant’s website and social media handles, showcased contestants drawn from different states across Nigeria. The winner will succeed Chidimma Adetshina, the current titleholder, and later represent the nation on the global Miss Universe stage.

According to organisers, the contest is designed not just to celebrate beauty, but also to highlight purpose-driven women committed to driving change in areas such as youth empowerment, education, healthcare, and gender equality.

The finalists moved into camp on Sunday, where they have commenced training, mentorship, and grooming sessions that will prepare them for the grand finale. Online voting has also opened to the public on the official Miss Universe Nigeria platform.

This year’s finale promises to be a glamorous affair, expected to pull together celebrities, fashion icons, and key industry players in celebration of beauty, culture, and impact.

Meet the 22 Finalists:
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