Lagos State representative Danielle Adewusi has been crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2026 after defeating 19 other contestants at the grand finale in Lagos.

The finale was held on Sunday at Balmoral Hall, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, following weeks of competitions involving advocacy projects, talent showcases and stage performances.

Adewusi emerged winner after the final question-and-answer session and was crowned by Silverbird Group President and National Director of Miss Universe Nigeria, Guy Murray-Bruce.

Edo State representative Anita Osikhena finished as first runner-up, while Myya Jones of Cross River was second runner-up.

Adewusi will represent Nigeria at the 75th Miss Universe Festival scheduled for November 24 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

She will also present her “Scrub the Stigma” advocacy project, which focuses on women’s health, on the global stage.