The dazzling lights of the Sir Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub on Airport Road, Benin City, Edo State, burned even brighter on Sunday night as Martha Ajih, radiant representative of Benue State, was crowned Miss Eco Nigeria, an inspiring new chapter in her quest to blend beauty, brains, and a deep love for her nation.
Martha Ajih
The grand coronation, orchestrated by Miss Corporate Nigeria, crucible for discovering and anointing Nigeria’s finest queens for global stages. From the moment Martha donned her national costume, which bagged her a proud second place to her climb from Top 13 to Top 6, and finally to the royal moment her name was called, she captivated hearts and judges alike with her poise, purpose, and passion for community upliftment.
Miss Eco Nigeria 2025
Miss Eco Nigeria 2025
Miss Eco Nigeria 2025
In a night of worthy contenders, Miss Lagos, Reigneth Onifevu was crowned 1st runner-up while Miss Osun, Margeret Owhorondu gracefully clinched 2nd runner-up. The court of queens further glittered as special titles were awarded.
Miss Lagos-Miss Corporate Nigeria 2025
Miss Osun-Miss Corporate Nigeria 2025
Miss Enugu was named Miss Corporate Nigeria (South East) and crowned Miss Teen Universe Nigeria.
Miss Akwa Ibom, Zuleihat Yusuf soared as Miss Corporate Nigeria (South South).
Miss Adamawa, Succi Austin emerged Miss Corporate Nigeria (North East).
Miss Zamfara, Kesmen Praise became Miss Corporate Nigeria (North West).
Miss Ekiti, Adeola Seriki shone as Miss Corporate Nigeria (South West).
Miss Ekiti-Miss Eco Nigeria 2025
Crowns and trophies weren’t the only treasures of the night:
Miss Abuja, Joy Omachonu dazzled in couture to win Best Evening Gown and took home the crown for Miss Grand Nigeria.
Miss Enugu, Dumdum Asadu sizzled her way to Best in Swim Wear.
Miss Ondo, Barbara Marcelo ruled the National Costume category and earned the title Miss Teen Planet, with Abuja and Benue sealing second and third spots respectively.
Miss Enugu-Miss Eco Nigeria 2025
Miss Abuja-Miss Eco Nigeria 2025
Miss Ekiti-Miss Eco Nigeria 2025
In the Talent showdown, Miss Ekiti bagged first, Miss Zamfara second, and Miss Akwa Ibom third, proving beauty meets brains and skill in one stunning package.
Martha Ajih’s triumph is a salute to dedication, intellect, and unyielding service. A brilliant mind with an LL.B degree and former Principal Partner at Equity Chambers, Benue State University, Martha embodies the dream that Nigeria’s daughters can be fierce advocates for justice and dazzling queens of grace at once.
To Martha Ajih and every bold queen crowned under the Benin City stars, thank you for raising the banner of Nigeria high, for your elegance, and for reminding us all that Nigeria’s beauty lies not just in looks, but in purpose, talent, and patriotism.
Long live the queens. Long live Naija.
