Adarju Usman Jilantikiri has been officially announced as Nigeria’s representative at the Miss Celebrity International 2026 pageant, set to be held in Malaysia this December.
The Miss of Nigeria organisation announced this on Monday, 26 October 2026.
Jilantikiri, who competed as MiN Adamawa representing Adamawa State, won the fan-vote leaderboard at the inaugural Miss of Nigeria 2026 pageant.
She went on to finish as 1st Runner-Up at the grand finale in August 2026.
Following that performance, she has now been given the official crown and title of Miss Celebrity Nigeria 2026, along with the mandate to represent the country at the international finals.
“From Nigeria to MALAYSIA. We are delighted to officially announce ADARJU USMAN JILANTIKIRI @iam_adas01 as Nigeria’s representative at Miss Celebrity International 2026,” the organisation wrote.
“Proudly representing Nigeria on the international stage in Malaysia this December. The Nigerian flag flies high! MALAYSIA, HERE WE COME!”
The international delegation heads to Malaysia in December to compete against representatives from around the world.
Beyond modelling, Jilantikiri balances her career with her studies. Her pageantry platforms heavily focus on youth empowerment, intellectual development, and breaking stereotypes surrounding young women from northern Nigeria.
