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Joy Mojisola Raimi Begins Her Miss World 2025 Journey in India, Representing Nigeria  

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Joy Mojisola Raimi, who was crowned Miss World Nigeria in April 2025, is now in India for the 72nd edition of the Miss World competition. The international pageant is taking place in Hyderabad, and Joy is representing Nigeria among over 140 contestants from around the world.

 

Joy Mojisola representing Nigeria at Miss World 2025 in India

Joy Mojisola Raimi displaying her Nigerian culture

Joy hails from Boripe Local Government Area of Osun State but was raised in Rivers State. She studied International Relations at the University of Port Harcourt. Outside of pageantry, she’s a professional model and actress with interests in dancing, traveling, reading, and music.

 

Joy Mojisola representing Nigeria at Miss World 2025 in India

More details from Joy’s dress

Pageant Journey So Far

 

Her journey in pageantry didn’t start today. In 2021, she won the Miss Port Harcourt City International crown. A year later, she was crowned Miss Intercontinental Nigeria 2022 and went on to represent Nigeria at the 50th Miss Intercontinental Pageant in Egypt, where she won the title of Miss Intercontinental Africa, becoming the second Nigerian to do so since Bianca Ojukwu in 1989.

 

Joy Mojisola representing Nigeria at Miss World 2025 in India

Joy Mojisola stunning in red

Miss World Nigeria 2025 Event

 

At the Miss World Nigeria 2025 competition, contestants showcased their elegance in multiple categories including traditional wear, sportswear, and evening gowns. From the initial 37 contestants, the field was narrowed down to 20, and later to five finalists representing Imo, Ebonyi, Abuja, Abia, and Osun. During the final Q&A round, Joy spoke about personal challenges she faced growing up, particularly the absence of her mother and the lack of support from a caregiver. Her honesty and articulation impressed the judges and audience alike.

 

Joy Mojisola representing Nigeria at Miss World 2025 in India

Joy in her Yoruba cultural outfit

She was crowned by Guy Murray-Bruce, Chief Operating Officer of the Silverbird Group, who commended her for her clarity, intelligence, and leadership qualities.

 

Joy Mojisola representing Nigeria at Miss World 2025 in India

Joy Mojisola Raimi

What’s Next – Miss World 2025 in India

 

As the reigning Miss World Nigeria, Joy Raimi will represent the country at the 72nd Miss World pageant set to hold from May 7 to May 31, 2025, at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad, India. 

 

Joy Mojisola representing Nigeria at Miss World 2025 in India

More details of the cultural outfit worn by Miss Joy Raimi

Joy is also the founder of “The Love for Humanity” project, a personal initiative that supports underserved communities. She is particularly passionate about issues affecting women and girls, with a focus on ending period poverty and providing aid to those in need.

 

With her crown, Joy carries the flag for Nigeria into the international spotlight, ready to show the world what she stands for.

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Stephanie Coker Welcomes Second 

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Stephanie Coker-Aderinokun has welcomed her second child, another daughter, marking a joyful new chapter for her family. The TV host and entrepreneur shared the news on Instagram, where fans and colleagues flooded her page with congratulatory messages.

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In her post, Stephanie revealed that the journey to this moment took time and faith. “After five years of waiting, praying, and hoping, our August visitor finally arrived,” she wrote, introducing her newborn daughter, Morayo Anaya Olabisi Abisola Anjolaoluwa. The caption was brief, heartfelt, sincere, and filled with gratitude.

The photos she shared were simple yet tender: a sleeping baby wrapped in white, her tiny hand resting beside a nameplate. It was a quiet announcement that reflected how deeply personal the moment was for the Cokers.

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Her husband, Olumide Aderinokun, also shared the good news, describing their new daughter as a blessing that came at the perfect time. The couple, who married in 2016, welcomed their first child, Ariella, in 2019.

What made Stephanie’s announcement stand out was its honesty. In a space where celebrity reveals often feel rehearsed, hers felt genuine and grounded. It reflected what many parents quietly understand: that the longer the wait, the more profound the relief.

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The post quickly spread across entertainment platforms, sparking warm reactions from fans who praised her openness. It also reminded many that even public figures face private battles away from the spotlight.

For Stephanie, this moment goes beyond family growth. It represents patience, endurance, and the quiet strength that comes from holding on to hope.

Welcome, baby Morayo.

 

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Hilda’s Record-Breaking Jollof Festival

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Chef Hilda Baci turned Lagos into a giant kitchen on Friday when the World Jollof Festival lit up the Eko Hotel Car Park B. Part record attempt, part cultural celebration, the event drew thousands who came to witness one of the most ambitious cooking feats ever attempted in Nigeria.

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Her goal was audacious: to cook the largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice ever made. A custom-built pot, six metres wide and six metres tall, was rolled in for the challenge. It was originally designed to hold 250 bags of rice. With smoke rising and the massive cauldron heating up, the crowd pressed forward, eager to see whether she could pull it off.

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Among those who came to cheer her on were some of Nigeria’s familiar faces. Actress Funke Akindele and Jemima Osunde were spotted around the giant pot, offering encouragement. Dancer Kaffy joined in the excitement, while DJ Peller added to the festival’s energy. Influencers including Enioluwa Adeoluwa, Tomike Adeoye, Folagade Banks and Vicky James shared live updates from the ground, ensuring the spectacle reached far beyond Lagos.

After nine hours of steady cooking, Baci completed the challenge. Instead of the planned 250 bags, she managed 200. The effort produced more than 14,000 kilograms of jollof rice. Volunteers worked quickly once the food was ready, handing out over 30,000 takeaway packs to a delighted audience at no cost.

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The day, however, was not without setbacks. During the weighing process, the giant pot gave way while being lifted by a crane. It collapsed under its own weight. The accident forced organisers to scale back the rice used, but Baci and her team pressed on, determined to finish. The determination drew loud cheers from the crowd, who applauded her resilience as much as her cooking.

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What remains uncertain is how Guinness World Records will judge the attempt. The collapse of the pot raises questions about whether the technical requirements were fully met, and official verification is still pending.

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Still, the festival itself was a triumph. Beyond the numbers and the chase for a world record, the gathering reminded everyone why jollof rice holds such a special place in Nigerian culture. It brought together thousands of people from different walks of life, from celebrities to everyday Lagosians, to share in food, music and pride.

Whether or not Guinness gives its stamp of approval, Hilda Baci has already shown that Nigerian cuisine can command a global spotlight. A pot of jollof rice, no matter how massive, can still bring people together.

 

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Tyla Makes VMA History in Vintage Chanel and Pandora Jewels

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The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards belonged to Tyla. With “Push 2 Start,” she became the first artist to win Best Afrobeats two years in a row, a moment that showed her rise from breakout star to one of Afrobeats’ leading names worldwide. Her win placed Afrobeats firmly on the global stage, with African stars now shaping the direction of pop culture.

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Tyla’s win carried the pride of the continent, but her presence on the red carpet made just as much noise. Styled by Ron Hartleben, she arrived in a 1993 vintage Chanel corset top, worn as a cream-and-black micro-mini dress. The look was balanced with fitted black shorts, a modern twist that allowed the outfit to move between daring and clean. Around her waist, gold chain echoing the layered necklaces and heavy medallions at her neckline.

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Her partnership with Pandora was on full display as she stacked bracelets, rings, and anklets, turning jewelry into a language of detail and weight. On her feet, she chose black Louboutin pumps, a classic contrast to the rest of the look.

The beauty direction was just as deliberate: a side-parted bob, natural-toned glam and a bold green manicure  gave the look a sharp twist, showing that Tyla knows how to finish off her fashion moments.

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It was a red-carpet appearance that felt from the past yet modern, drawing from fashion history while signaling the assurance of an artist who knows she’s making history herself. The award was one part of the night. The other was seeing Tyla step onto the carpet and stage with the same assurance— an artist shaping Afrobeats.

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