Danielle Adewusi is Miss Universe Nigeria 2026

Danielle Adewusi, who represented Lagos, has defeated 19 others to emerge Miss Universe Nigeria 2026.

The grand finale took place at the Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island after weeks of camp activities, advocacy projects, talent displays and runway showcases.

According to organisers, Silverbird Adewusi won over the judges with her confidence, intelligence, elegance and commitment to social impact, clinching the crown after the final question-and-answer round.

The top 10 finalists were Danielle Adewusi (Lagos), Anita Osikhena (Edo), Myya Jones (Cross River), Melissa Toghanro (Delta), Oluwafunmibi Ajaja (Ekiti), Benedicta Iferike (Abuja), Chidinma Oluku (Abia), Precious Chinah (Rivers), Eno Idungafa (Akwa Ibom) and Edidiong Udoidua (Ebonyi).

At the end of the night, the final placements were announced as:

Winner: Danielle Adewusi – Lagos

1st Runner-up: Anita Osikhena – Edo

2nd Runner-up: Myya Jones – Cross River

3rd Runner-up: Oluwafunmibi Ajaja – Ekiti

4th Runner-up: Melissa Toghanro – Delta

Silverbird disclosed that Jones secured the highest votes in the fast-track voting, earning an automatic spot in the Top Five.

Toghanro will represent Nigeria at Miss Supranational, while Osikhena emerged as one of the night’s biggest winners.

Osikhena won the Pitch Your Dream Competition, receiving N1 million from Yolo Island and a two-night all-expenses-paid stay at Yolo Island Beach Resort.

She also clinched the Best Advocacy Project award, receiving a N500,000 cash prize and a one-year supply of Golden Penny products.

Other special awards went to Miss Akwa Ibom (Most Photogenic), Miss Ekiti (Miss Amity), Miss Edo (Best Evening Dress), Miss Oyo (Top Model), Miss Osun (Best National Costume) and Miss Ogun (Best Talent).