Tamunosoye Kabiri George Crowned MISS World Nigeria 2026

Tamunosoye Karibi George, popularly known as Soye, has emerged as Miss World Nigeria 2026, earning the prestigious opportunity to represent Nigeria at the forthcoming Miss World Pageant on the global stage.

The newly crowned beauty queen hails from Buguma in Asari-Toru Local Government Area of Rivers State and is proudly rooted in the Kalabari Kingdom, a region renowned for its rich cultural heritage, resilience, and outstanding contributions to society.

Soye distinguished herself throughout the competition with her elegance, intelligence, confidence, and commitment to service, qualities that ultimately secured her the coveted crown. Her impressive performance won the admiration of judges and supporters alike, positioning her as one of Nigeria's brightest ambassadors on the international stage.

Speaking after her victory, the Rivers-born queen expressed her determination to make Nigeria proud and pursue the Miss World title with excellence and dedication. She now joins the ranks of Nigerian beauty queens who have represented the country globally and hopes to emulate the remarkable achievement of Agbani Darego, who made history as Nigeria's first Miss World winner.

Her emergence has sparked celebrations across Buguma, the Kalabari Kingdom, Rivers State, and beyond, with many describing the achievement as a moment of pride for the region and the nation.

As she prepares for the global competition, Soye is expected to showcase Nigeria's cultural diversity, beauty, and values while championing causes that promote positive social impact.

Her victory marks the beginning of a new journey that will see her engage with contestants from around the world and serve as a symbol of Nigeria's talent, strength, and aspirations.

Congratulations have continued to pour in for Tamunosoye Karibi George as Nigerians rally behind her quest to bring the Miss World crown back home.