Shatu Garko, an 18-year-old model made history by becoming the first Hijab-wearing contestant to win the Miss Nigeria beauty pageant. Shatu was the youngest contestant and beat 17 others to emerge a winner.
Shatu loves horse riding and is passionate about proving that religion and culture are not barriers to following one’s dreams and achieving whatever a person sets out to achieve.
Fashions Finest Africa hails the 44th Miss Nigeria; Queen Shattu Garko
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Miss Nigeria is an annual pageant showcasing positive attributes of Nigerian women and awarding university scholarships. The winner portrays exemplary qualities and serves as a role model for young women in the country. This year, the event was held on December 17, 2021, at Landmark Centre, Victora Island, Lagos.
The event was powered by Landmark Africa and Heritage Bank Plc.
