- The ensemble draws deep symbolism from the sacred palm tree in Igboland
- The 2025 Miss Universe pageant hosts 130 contestants
- Nigeria was one of several African nations that showcased cultural pride on the global stage
Nigeria’s Onyinyechi Basil stole the spotlight at the Miss Universe 2025 national costume show in Bangkok with a breathtaking creation titled Akwa Nwanyi — The Frond of Womanhood.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the costume features raffia weaving along her silhouette, vibrant coral beads, and cowries that symbolize femininity.
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The ensemble draws deep symbolism from the sacred palm tree in Igboland, celebrating life, strength, and renewal.
Her towering headpiece reaches skyward, connecting the earthly and spiritual realms, while a woven mat beneath her feet honours ancestral lineage and the labour of generations who tended the land.
Nigeria was one of several African nations that showcased cultural pride on the global stage. Delegates from Angola, South Africa, and Zimbabwe also presented intricate national costumes that reflected the heritage of their home countries.
The 2025 Miss Universe pageant hosts 130 contestants under the theme “The Power of Love,” championing inclusion, empowerment, and cultural storytelling.
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