Misters of Nigeria (formerly known as Mister Model Nigeria) is a Nigerian Male Pageant based in Lagos, Nigeria that is aimed at developing young men into global leaders. It was created in 2020 by 97th entertainment. The pageant currently holds the franchise to some international Pageants which includes Mister Global, Mister International, Manhunt International and Mister Model International. The Top 3 finalists of Misters Of Nigeria go on to represent Nigeria in any of the above-mentioned competitions.[1]
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| Type | Male Pageant |
|---|---|
| Parent organization | 97th Entertainment |
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| First edition | 2021 |
| Most recent edition | 2024 |
| Current titleholder | Oluwatobi Emmanuel Adesanya, Ogun State |
| Language | English |
| Website | Official Website |
The current title holder of Misters of Nigeria is Oluwatobi Emmanuel Adesanya, a fashion model who represented Ogun State in the competition.[2]
Competition
editThe Misters of Nigeria competition begins with an open registration process, where applicants are shortlisted through interviews and other evaluative factors to determine the top 37 semi-finalists. These semi-finalists undergo a series of tasks designed to test various facets of their skills and abilities. Following each task, contestants face eliminations until a select number of finalists (usually ranging from 10 to 20) remains. These finalists then proceed to a camp for the final round of the competition, culminating in the grand finale where one contestant is ultimately crowned the winner.[3]
As at 2024, the winner receives a grand prize valued at 7 million Naira and rights to represent Nigeria at any of the international pageants. [4][5]
History
editMisters of Nigeria was officially created in 2020 and held its first edition in 2021 under the name Mister Model Nigeria. The maiden edition concluded with Law graduate Marcel Soludo from Anambra State being crowned the winner. [6]
Prior to the second edition, the pageant acquired two additional franchises, necessitating a name change to Misters of Nigeria to better reflect its expanded scope. Since then, the organization has crowned several young Men some of which have gone on to achieve remarkable accomplishments both nationally and internationally.[7]
Partnerships and collaborations
editIn 2023, the pageant partnered with 1XBET, Alpha Nobis Real Estate, and Folayemi Joshua Fashion. As part of these collaborations, 1XBET awarded a cash prize of ₦150,000 to the winner of their task, Alpha Nobis Real Estate granted the overall competition winner a plot of land, and Folayemi Joshua Fashion provided outfits for the contestants.[8][9][10][11]
Titleholders
edit| Year | Winner | Runner(s) up | Ref. | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Okeke Soludo | Ireogbulam Christopher | Julius Spencer | Clinton Nnaji | Kelvin Nnaji | Christian Obidi | [6] |
| 2022 | Shamsudeen Idris | Isinwa Senator | Amaechi Stanley | Olime Spencer | Wisdom Otormay | Inyiekwe Stanley | [12] |
| 2023 | Oluwaseyifunmi Araga | Martin Osagie | Henri Keyz | [13] | |||
| 2024 | Oluwatobi Adesanya | Ogbuokiri Favour | Nwajagu Samuel | Prosper Ndee | Samson Sunday Ukpong | Bright Pepple | [2][14] |
International level
edit| Year | Representative | International Pageant | Placement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Emmanuel Somto | Mister Global | Top 15 & Mr popularity |
| 2022 | Isinwa Senator | Mister Global | Top 15 & Mister popularity |
| Iroegbulam Christopher | Manhunt International | Top 17 | |
| 2023 | Oluwaseyifunmi Araga | Mister Global | Top 15 |
| Martin Osagie | Mister International | Unplaced |
References
edit- ^ "Misters of Nigeria Pageant competition partners 1XBET for 2023 edition – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ a b Nigeria, Guardian (2024-06-18). "Oluwatobi Emmanuel Adesanya crowned winner of Misters of Nigeria Pageant 2024". Guardian Nigeria News. Retrieved 2024-06-20.
- ^ "Misters of Nigeria Unveils Top 100 Contestants for 2024 Competition – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". 2024-02-03. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ Ige, Rotimi (2024-05-24). "'Misters of Nigeria' pageant finalists emerge, set for klieglights June 16". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Finalists For 2024 Misters Of Nigeria Pageant Revealed – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". 2024-05-31. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ a b Onikoyi, Ayo (2021-07-11). "Anambra law graduate, Okeke Soludo wins Mister Model Nigeria 2021". Vanguard. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ Onikoyi, Ayo (2021-12-21). "Misters of Nigeria Pageant acquires new international franchise, Mister Global". Vanguard. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ Sponsored (2023-06-23). "Misters Of Nigeria 2023 Winner Received 150,000 Nairas From 1xBet!". Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2023-06-10). "Fashion outfit partners Misters Of Nigeria 2023 Pageant". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2023-04-07). "Misters of Nigeria deepens partnership with 1XBET, unveils bonus packages for gamesters". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ David (2023-01-18). "Misters of Nigeria winner to get plot of land". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ "Shamsudeen Idris Emerges winner Misters of Nigeria Pageant 2022 – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ Vanguard, Newspapers (2023-05-29). "Fashion model, Araga wins Misters of Nigeria Pageant 2023". Vanguard. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ Online, Tribune (2024-06-17). "Ogbuokiri Favour crowned Mister Global Nigeria 2024". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2024-06-20.
- ^ Oyemolade, Eniola (2022-04-02). "Nigerian to make top 17 since inception of Mister Global". Tribune. Retrieved 2024-06-07.
- ^ Nigeria, Guardian (2023-11-26). "Araga shines at Mister Global competition, continuing Nigeria's success". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2024-06-07.