Mr. Cross River, Abubakar Usman, has emerged as the winner of Mr. Nigeria International 2023.
Usman, a hair stylist, beat 11 other finalists after three rounds of displays in cultural, official, and beach outfits.
The event was held on Sunday night at Lekki, Lagos State.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Usman, an indigene of Kogi State, but born in Cross River, is also a make-up artist.
He was crowned by the outgoing Mr. Nigeria, Ajewole Odunayo.
Mr. Akwa Ibom, John Goodnews, a graduate of Mass Communication, emerged second and has become Mr. Nigeria Global.
The position of Mr. Nigeria International, Tourism, was secured by Mr. Abia, Collins Okere, a student and interior designer.
Usman, 25, who became emotional as soon as he was announced the winner, expressed joy at his feat.
