List of 20 Beauty Contests and Events in Nigeria

 
In this comprehensive list, you will learn about 20 beauty contests and events in Nigeria.

1. Miss Nigeria Pageant - Founded in 1957, Miss Nigeria is one of the oldest beauty pageants in Nigeria. It is a platform for young Nigerian women to showcase their beauty, intelligence, and cultural heritage.

2. Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) - MBGN is an annual beauty pageant that has been held since 1986. It is one of the most popular beauty contests in Nigeria, and winners go on to represent Nigeria at international beauty competitions.

3. Mr & Miss Nigeria International - This is a beauty pageant that promotes both male and female beauty. Contestants are judged on their personality, intelligence, and physical appearance.

4. Face of Nigeria Beauty Pageant - Launched in 2012, the Face of Nigeria Beauty Pageant celebrates the beauty and talent of Nigerian women. The pageant features contestants from all parts of the country.

5. Queen of Aso Nigeria - The Queen of Aso Nigeria is an annual beauty pageant that promotes the cultural heritage of the Nigerian people. It is open to young Nigerian women between the ages of 18 and 27.

6. Miss Ideal Nigeria - This is a beauty pageant that celebrates the beauty and intelligence of Nigerian women. Contestants are judged on their poise, elegance, confidence, and intelligence.

7. Nigerian Model and Achievers Awards - This is an annual awards ceremony that celebrates the achievements of Nigerian models and fashion industry players. It features awards for models, fashion designers and other creatives.

8. Miss Universe Nigeria - This is the national pageant that selects the representative of Nigeria to the Miss Universe competition.

9. Nigerian Most Beautiful Girl in the World - This is a beauty pageant that seeks to promote the beauty of Nigerian women on the global stage. The winner goes on to represent Nigeria in international beauty pageants.

10. African Culture Festival - This is an annual cultural festival that celebrates the diverse cultures of Nigeria and Africa. It features music, dance, fashion, and other forms of African art.

11. Lagos Fashion Week - This is an annual fashion event that takes place in Nigeria's commercial capital, Lagos. It showcases the latest trends in African fashion and features emerging and established designers.

12. GTBank Fashion Weekend - This is a fashion event organized by Guaranty Trust Bank. It features fashion shows, masterclasses, and exhibitions by top African designers.

13. Nigerian Entertainment Awards - This is an annual awards event that celebrates the achievements of Nigerian entertainers in music, film, and other forms of entertainment.

14. Miss Tourism Nigeria - This is a beauty pageant that seeks to promote Nigeria's tourist destinations. Contestants are judged on their understanding of Nigerian culture and tourism.

15. Nigerian Merit Awards - This is an annual awards ceremony that celebrates the achievements of Nigerians in different fields such as business, sports, politics, and entertainment.

16. Akwaaba African Travel Market - This is an annual travel and tourism exhibition that brings together stakeholders in the African tourism industry. It showcases Africa's top tourist destinations and products.

17. Lagos Carnival - This is an annual carnival that takes place in Lagos, Nigeria's commercial capital. It features music, dance, parades, and street performances.

18. Abuja International Film Festival - This is an annual film festival that showcases the best of Nigerian and African cinema. It features film screenings, workshops, and seminars.

19. African International Film Festival - This is a film festival that celebrates African cinema. It features film screenings, discussions, and masterclasses by top African filmmakers.

20. Nigerian Breweries Golden Pen Awards - This is an annual awards ceremony that celebrates excellence in journalism in Nigeria. It features awards in different categories such as print, radio, television, and investigative journalism.