Nigeria’s Oma Osele Wins Miss Continental World 2026

Nigerian model Oma Osele has emerged winner of Miss Continental World 2026 at the pageant’s grand finale in Ayutthaya, Thailand, defeating contestants from several countries. India’s Shreeya Panda finished as first runner-up.

The 28-year-old Lagos-based medical laboratory scientist, entrepreneur and model also won the Queen of Africa title as the highest-placed African contestant and the Best National Costume award. She represented Nigeria after winning EliteGlam Pageant Nigeria 2025.

Osele’s journey gained momentum in September when she won the World Premiere Award after topping the global fan vote on Eventista’s 1Vote platform.

Nigeria also recorded a strong result in the male category, with Unwana Sambo Essien finishing third runner-up at Mister Continental World 2026. He also received the King of Kings title and Best National Attire award.

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