The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, has expressed confidence in Nigeria’s representative at the forthcoming Miss World pageant, Queen Tamonosoye Karibi George.
The Governor said she possesses the qualities to project the country’s rich cultural heritage, values and ethics on the global stage.
Governor Eno stated this at the grand national presentation and send-off ceremony for the reigning Miss World Nigeria in Abuja, organised by the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, Miss World Nigeria and Queen Soye Karibi George, with the support of development partners.
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Represented by a delegation led by the Commissioner for Tourism and Culture, Dr. Anieti Udofia and comprising the Commissioner for Women Affairs Mrs Inibehe Silas, the governor said Akwa Ibom State joined other Nigerians in celebrating the beauty queen ahead of her departure for Vietnam to represent the country at the prestigious international pageant.
“as she departs from Vietnam to represent Nigeria in the Miss World Competition, the Miss World Pageant is easily the most prestigious and glamorous of all known beauty competitions, and I know Queen Karibi George will represent and showcase our culture, values, and ethics.”
Governor Eno expressed optimism that Nigeria’s representative would return home with the coveted crown, citing the growing global recognition of Nigerian talents.
“At a time when Nigerian musicians are dominating the music charts and performing the sold-out concerts across the globe, we are hopeful that Queen Karibi George will be victorious and will come back with a crown.”
He also reaffirmed Akwa Ibom State’s commitment to strengthening tourism and promoting Nigeria’s cultural identity through strategic partnerships.
“We in Akwa Ibom State are priming our state as a tourism hub, and we stand ready to partner with Queen Karibi George in our efforts to promote and deepen our cultural values. I wish our Queen, joy, mercies and successful outing.”
The ceremony attracted government officials, stakeholders in the culture and tourism sectors, pageant organisers and supporters, all of whom wished Queen Tamonosoye Karibi George success as she prepares to fly Nigeria’s flag at the Miss World Competition in Vietnam.
