The Edo State Tourism Agency has expressed its readiness to collaborate with the 45th Miss Nigeria Queen, Doris Ogah, in promoting the cultural heritage and tourism potential of Edo State.
The Director General of the Agency, Lady Vivian Elabor, stated this when the beauty queen paid a courtesy visit to the agency in Benin City.
Speaking during the visit, Lady Elabor expressed delight at hosting Miss Ogah, who hails from Edo North Senatorial District, describing her as a worthy ambassador of Edo State.
She encouraged the beauty queen to continue projecting the state positively through her programmes and advocacy initiatives, while assuring her of the agency’s willingness to collaborate with the Miss Nigeria Organisation in advancing the SHINE agenda of the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo.
According to the Director General, Edo State is steadily positioning itself as one of Nigeria’s leading tourist destinations through initiatives aimed at showcasing the culture, heritage and hospitality of the Edo people.
She added that partnerships with influential personalities such as the Miss Nigeria Queen would further strengthen efforts to promote tourism and attract greater attention to the state’s tourism assets.
Also speaking during the visit, the Executive Business Manager of the Miss Nigeria Organisation, Mercy Umoren, stated that the impact of the pageant extends beyond the reign of a queen, noting that the organisation continues to support former queens in carrying out impactful projects even after their tenure.
She explained that the Miss Nigeria pageant focuses not only on beauty but also on leadership, entrepreneurship, advocacy and empowering young women to harness their talents for national development.
On her part, Miss Doris Ogah disclosed that she runs the Green Girl Foundation, an initiative dedicated to providing menstrual hygiene kits and career development support for young girls.
The beauty queen further stated that she looks forward to partnering with the Edo State Tourism Agency on advocacy programmes and initiatives aimed at promoting tourism, culture and the positive image of Edo State.
