By Ozioruva Aliu

BENIN CITY – BEAUTY Queens who on the platform of Miss Corporate Nigeria platform have urged Nigerians to imbibe environmental friendly activities even as they said they have the wherewithal to make Nigeria proud at international pageants.

For instance in an interview with journalists in Benin City, Miss Eco Nigeria International, Martha Ajih, a lawyer, said that she is passionate about environmental sustainability, while also eyeing top spots at international events saying “I represent a brand that is passionate about environmental sustainability and reducing waste in Nigeria. My vision as Miss Eco Nigeria is what I like to term the three Rs – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”

She said “By reducing the amount of waste that goes into landfills in Nigeria, it reduces the level of contamination of our soil, reduces the amount of contamination that goes into the ocean and we will have a better environment.”

For Miss Teen Planet Nigeria 2025/2026, Barbara Erhimu, pageant goes beyond physical appearance but it showcases talent, dedication to work and many other human values.

She added, “My expectation is to travel out and represent Nigeria at the global stage where I will be showcasing our rich cultural diversity, my intelligence and who we are as Nigerians.

“I thank Miss Corporate Nigeria for giving me this platform to showcase my intelligence and beauty. I am currently studying Pharmacy at a University in Cameroun.”

Miss Teen Universe 2025, Jacinta Asadu described herself as an advocate for cancer patients and body positivity, said ambition has been to represent Nigeria at international pageant and expressed confidence in her ability to come back with the crown.

She noted, “I am a strong advocate for body positivity and cancer patients most especially for young girls and children. Growing up, I have always had this ambition of representing my country, my state and family at the international stage.

“My expectation at the event I am attending in October is to bring back the crown, make my country proud and continue with my advocacy.”

Miss Teen Planet international Nigeria 2025, Comfort Onaiwu, said she would like to be a voice for young girls in the country while also setting her sights on bringing glory to the country.

She said she is passionate about menstrual health and hygiene and Commended Miss Corporate Nigeria for giving young girls the opportunity of realising their dream.

“I want the young girls to know that impossible is nothing. They can achieve their aim if they set their sights on it, work hard, put in passion, put in dedication and it will pay off.”