Danielle Fadeke Adewusi crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2026

By Christy Anyanwu

Danielle Fadeke Adewusi, representing Lagos State, has emerged as Miss Universe Nigeria 2026.

Adewusi was crowned at the grand finale held tonight, Saturday, September 27, 2026, at the Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, defeating 19 other delegates from across the country.

She succeeds Onyinyechi Basil of Anambra State, Miss Universe Nigeria 2025.

With her victory, Adewusi will represent Nigeria at the Miss Universe pageant scheduled to hold in Mexico this November. She also walks away with the N10 million grand prize and other endorsements.

Melissa Angelica Toghan representing Delta State was crowned Miss Supranational Nigeria 2027 and will represent Nigeria at the Miss Supranational pageant.

Anita Osikweme Osikhena representing Edo State emerged First Runner-up, Mya Jones of Cross River State emerged Second Runner-up, while Ajaja Oluwafunmibi Joseph of Ekiti State emerged Third Runner-up.

The 2026 edition featured 20 delegates who went through weeks of camp activities, advocacy challenges, mentorship sessions and preliminary competitions.

Organizers say the Miss Universe Nigeria platform continues to champion beauty, purpose, leadership and advocacy beyond physical appearance.

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