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Tamunosoye Karibi-George, representing Bayelsa State, has been crowned Miss World Nigeria 2026.

The 26-year-old beauty queen from Port Harcourt, Rivers State, emerged winner among 20 finalists in a competition themed “Pride, Power, and Purpose.”

"👑🇳🇬 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! 👑✨" wrote the Miss World Nigeria organization.

Karibi-George will now be sent to represent Nigeria at the 73rd Miss World Festival. The event is scheduled to take place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from August 9 to September 5, 2026. Let's all support her ❤️

#NaijaPride #TamunosoyeKaribiGeorge #MissWorldNigeria

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