Tamunosoye Karibi-George has been crowned Miss World Nigeria 2026. She was crowned at a grand finale held at the Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, on Saturday night.
The 26-year-old Rivers State indigene, representing Bayelsa State, emerged as the winner among 20 finalists in a competition themed “Pride, Power, and Purpose.”
She will represent Nigeria at the 73rd Miss World Festival, scheduled to be held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from August 9 to September 5, 2026.
Her win was announced via the official Miss World X Instagram page.
It reads, “WE HAVE A QUEEN! A new chapter begins.”
Please join us in celebrating TAMUNOSOYE KARIBI-GEORGE, representing Bayelsa State, as the newly crowned Miss World Nigeria 2026!
More than a queen, Tamunosoye is a passionate advocate for change. Through her initiative, Beyond Labels, she champions inclusion, dignity, and empowerment for children with special needs, creating safe spaces where every child is encouraged to dream boldly and realise that their circumstances do not define their future.
Tonight, her purpose, poise, intelligence, and passion shone brightly, earning her the honour of wearing the crown and carrying the hopes of a nation.
Now, the journey continues.
🇳🇬 Nigeria stands proudly behind you as you prepare to represent our great nation on the global stage at the Miss World Festival in Vietnam 🇻🇳.
Go forth and inspire the world. Go forth and make Nigeria proud. Go forth and let your purpose shine.
Congratulations, Queen Tamunosoye Karibi-George.
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Karibi-George succeeds Joy Mojisola Raimi, Miss World Nigeria 2025, who represented Nigeria at the 72nd Miss World pageant in Hyderabad, India, where she reached the top 20 and placed among the top 5 in Africa.