By Benjamin Njoku

Queen Nehita, a Nollywood actress and beauty queen,, has expressed regret for missing her role as a West African judge at the Little Miss Mr and Miss Africa pageant in Cairo, Egypt. She cited visa processing delays as the reason for her absence, noting that she wasn’t cleared to board her flight. Despite this setback, Queen Nehita remains committed to the platform and is looking forward to supporting the next generation. The pageant, which started on April 12 will climax today in cairo.

“While it’s disappointing to miss this year’s edition, I choose to stay optimistic because challenges like these are part of the journey. As a pageant queen, I choose to focus on solutions, not setbacks. My heart is with all the contestants and the winners, and I look forward to supporting the next generation in even bigger ways,” she stated.

Queen Nehita remains unshaken as she shifts her attention to upcoming opportunities to uplift African youth. She has been confirmed as a judge for the Little Mr. and Miss Africa, Nigeria national contest, set to take place in October 2025. “This is a chance to celebrate Nigerian talent on home soil. I’m eager to contribute to a platform that amplifies our cultural pride and empowers young leaders,” she added.

Beyond pageantry, Queen Nehita continues to champion grassroots development through her skill acquisition initiative, “Know Your Art”, which enters its next phase of implementation. The project aims to equip African youth with creative and vocational skills to foster entrepreneurship and cultural preservation. “Art is the soul of our communities. By nurturing these talents, we’re building a future where creativity and tradition thrive together,” she emphasized.