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Miss Africa International 2025 Ignites Excitement in Abuja

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11 months ago

November 15, 2025

Miss Africa International 2025 brings powerful cultural energy to Abuja as delegates prepare for a major celebration of beauty, impact and African identity

Abuja is set to host one of the continent’s most anticipated cultural showcases as preparations intensify for the Miss Africa International 2025 pageant scheduled for 6 December at the Centre Point Event Centre.

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The founder and organiser, Dr Anita May Igoni, said the pageant would bring together delegates, creatives, cultural icons and international partners from across Africa and the diaspora, with the aim of celebrating African heritage through beauty, intellect and purposeful storytelling.

“Miss Africa International 2025 is not just a pageant; it is a celebration of Africa’s diverse beauty, culture and strength,” Dr Igoni explained.

“Through this platform, we honour the elegance, intelligence and confidence of African women, showcasing to the world that our continent’s beauty is as rich as its heritage.”

According to her, the initiative was designed to elevate not just physical appearance but the depth and capability of young African women. “Our goal is to help young women find their voice and use it for advocacy in education, entrepreneurship and social change,” she said.

The pageant, which has consistently drawn participation from across the continent, will feature creative fashion showcases, cultural displays and humanitarian presentations tied to each contestant’s personal advocacy project.

“Miss Africa International has never been just about crowns. It’s about character, culture and contribution. Our winners are women who understand the power of influence and use it responsibly,” she added.

Delegates from more than 30 African countries are expected to take part, each bringing distinct languages, traditions and histories that highlight Africa’s vast cultural tapestry.

Despite economic challenges, Dr Igoni expressed confidence in the event’s continued growth, applauding her team and sponsors for their steadfast support.

She noted that the greatest reward remained watching past winners evolve into leaders and changemakers across multiple sectors.

On selecting Abuja as the host city, the organisers said the choice was deliberate. Beyond its central geography, Abuja has increasingly become a hub for premium cultural and entertainment events, offering strong logistical support and a growing hospitality industry.

Local hotels, fashion designers, photographers, entertainers and event vendors are preparing for an expected surge in business as hundreds of participants, stakeholders and international visitors arrive for the competition.

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With the countdown now underway, excitement is building for a night that promises to blend glitz with cultural depth—featuring vibrant performances, contemporary African fashion, and narratives that celebrate the continent’s identity, resilience and creative evolution.

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WAKE UP! Art Exhibition Returns for a Second Act

Published

1 month ago

August 27, 2026

Mariam Balogun

The contemporary art and photography exhibition “Wake Up!” is back again for a second edition.

Curated by Awele Onwordi, Wake Up! 2 exhibition pays homage to the Nigerian youth and burgeoning street culture which many of its contributing artists reference in their works.

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Titled “Young, Wild, Free”, the exhibition celebrates the creativity, resilience, freedom and cultural influence found in Nigerian youth.

Taking aim at societal issues and economic concerns, the exhibit reflects the youth and their refusal to compromise or bow despite all the challenges stacked against them while charting youth culture through art, music, fashion, skateboarding, photography and community.

The exhibition will be held, once again, at the Angel and Muse Gallery at 25 Sumbo Jibowu street off Ribadu Road off Awolowo Road in Ikoyi.

It will open on Saturday 5 September 2026 and will run until 11 September 2026
This second edition which focuses on celebrating, nurturing and exploring artistic practices rooted in youth and street culture will feature works from DENCITY and SUPERGLIDER HOUSE.

Exhibiting artists include Ajilore Kehinde – their work is deeply influenced by Nigerian street culture and works of other artists like Slawn, Peters Ejiro, etc, Chuka Onwordi – graphic designer who embodies themes of death, melancholy and beauty in his works, ZIDYEP – Abuja based creative whose works move between digital and physical spaces through art, graphic design and air brushing , Franklyn Okoye – graphic designer and artist whose works explore themes of identity and hyper-reality, Awele Onwordi – founder & curator of WAKE UP and multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans character art, creative logo design, album covers and more , Oluchi Kogolo – digital illustrator whose work explores street culture, personality and storytelling through a raw and playful visual style and Kozetuo Apeji – multidisciplinary artists who work explores experimental approaches to problem solving through both digital and traditional art forms.

Commenting on the exhibition in her curatorial statement, Awele noted that “despite economic instability, limited opportunities and socio-political challenges, Nigerian youth continue to shape culture through music, fashion, art, skateboarding, raves, photography and community.”

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Continuing and harping on the raison d’etre of the exhibition she said, “Young, Wild and Free exists to celebrate Nigerian youth while also creating a platform that supports and amplifies them.”