Looking beautiful is good business, and Nigerian ladies never fail to always make a fashion statement when they step out.
While every Nigerian lady is beautiful, there are some who have been able to distinguish themselves with their beauty, with BBNaija Saskay emerging at the top of the list So here are the most beautiful women in Nigeria, 20222
12. Erica Nlewedim
Erica from BBNaija was born as Nlewedim Ngozi Ugomma Erica in Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria, on the 14th of March, 1994, in Lagos, Nigeria. She was born to Oby Nwokolo and Eric Nlewedim Christian. Nlewedim began her secondary studies at Lagos’ Victory Grammar School and later transferred to Ikeja’s Command Secondary School. Covenant University awarded her a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. She was so passionate about acting while still in school that she travelled to the United Kingdom to study Film Acting at the Met Film School in London. Erica is an accomplished actress, model, and businesswoman. She began honing her acting and modelling skills at a young age. As a result, she has partnered with big businesses and cooperations such as Jumia, MyZotoApp, and Glo. She was named the brand ambassador for Natures Gentle Touch in 2013, a hair and scalp care line that uses natural ingredients. From 2015 to 2017, she was the face of Access Bank, Maltina, and Zaron Cosmetics. The former BBNaija TV star is also a businesswoman and the founder of Beluxia Hair. Getting on the BBNaija lockdown season brought her further into the limelight, and her smile never fails to warm the hearts of Nigerians.
11. Osas Ighodaro
Osas Ighodaro full name is Osariemen Martha Elizabeth Ighodaro. Osas Ighodaro was born on October 26. She is a Nigerian-American actress, producer, television host, and humanitarian. In 2010, she won the Miss Black USA Pageant and established The Joyful Joy Foundation to raise funds and awareness for the Malaria fight. She also co-hosted the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards in 2014. She received Best TV Actress of the Year at the 2014 ELOY Awards for portraying Adanna (Danni) on the soap opera Tinsel. Osas was named the highest-earning Nollywood actress in 2018. Also, during the 8th Edition of AMVCA in 2022, Osas won the Best Dressed Female and Best Actress awards. Her natural hourglass figure is one that keeps the guys staring and the ladies admiring.
10. Adama Indimi
Gorgeous Adama Indimi is one of the daughters of a billionaire oil magnate, Maiduguri-based Alhaji Mohammed Indimi, chairman of Oriental Energy Resources. She is a model and runs a successful travel agency, Kauna Solutions. Adama is one of the three beautiful daughters of oil mogul and northern billionaire Mohammed Indimi, and their mother is the ever splendid Samira Sherrif. Adama Indimi is popular on social media and on Nigeria’s socialite scene. She’s an influencer and once dated famous musician DBanj. Northern girls are always beautiful, and she reinforces that fact.
9. BBNaija Beauty
Beauty Etsanyi Tukura is a model, brand influencer, ex-beauty queen and reality TV star. She is the 43rd Miss Nigeria, and her personality on the BBNaija reality TV show can never be forgotten. The reality TV star hails from Taraba State, and she has succeeded in carving a niche for herself in the entertainment space. Her name is not just Beauty, but she is a beauty in and out.
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8. Yemi Alade
Yemi Alade is a Nigerian female singer and songwriter who has toured several African countries doing what she knows how to do best. She is a member of the famous pop singer list and is best known for her acclaimed 2013 single, “Johnny”. Yemi is a brand ambassador and the first female entertainer to hit over one million youtube subscribers. Yemi Eberechi Alade, popularly known as Yemi Alade was born on the 13th of March, 1989, in Abia State. The singer, whose beauty is breathtaking, started her educational career at Saviour British Primary School and then proceeded to Victory Grammar School in Lagos. She is also a graduate of Geography from the University of Lagos. She became known when she won the Peak Talent Show in 2009. Afterwards, she released three singles from King of Queens Album: “Johnny”, “Tangerine”, and “Kissing”. The sexy diva looks as good as she sings, and we can’t help but stare.
7. Kim Oprah
Chinonso Ibinabo Opara, popularly known as Kim Oprah, is an actress, model, entrepreneur, brand influencer, presenter and reality TV star. Kim was among the BBNaija 2019 (Pepper dem) housemates. She hails from Imo state and was born on the 15th of December, 1995. The sexy diva was popularly known as the Queen of accent in BBNaija house because of how she constructed her sentences when talking. Kim Oprah is a TV Presenter/ host, a model and an ex-beauty queen who represented Nigeria in the Miss Intercontinental world beauty pageant. She has also participated in other beauty pageants such as Miss Glamorous, Miss Tourism, Miss University Africa, etc. Shortly after exiting the Big Brother Reality show, Kim Oprah came together with Ewami Essentials, a top Nigerian skin and haircare brand with a central interest in all-natural products, to create her own personal skincare line called Kim’s Secret. Over the years, she has proven that beauty goes deeper than the surface, as she is a glowing gem.
6. Kehinde Bankole
Kehinde Bankole, born on the 27th of March, 1985, is a Nigerian actress, model, and television host. She made her entertainment debut in the 2003 Miss Commonwealth Nigeria beauty contest, then proceeded to the 2004 MBGN pageant. She won the revelation of the year award at the 2009 Best of Nollywood Awards, two years after her first screen feature in Wale Adenuga’s Super Story. She completed her primary education at Tunwase Nursery and Primary School, Ikeja, before studying Mass Communication at Olabisi Onabanjo University. However, she took a break to concentrate on her modelling career in 2004. She has bagged several awards, and her gap-toothed smile is one thing that warms the heart of fans every time she smiles. She is indeed a gap-toothed diva.
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5. Ayra Starr
Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe born on the 14th of June 2002, known professionally as Ayra Starr, is a Nigerian singer. Born in Cotonou, Benin, Ayra Starr began a fashion career at 16 with Quove Model Management before deciding to pursue music. After covering several songs by famous artists on Instagram, she posted her first original song on her page in December 2019. This brought her to the attention of record executive Don Jazzy and led to her signing to Mavin Records. From there, the rest is history. The pretty damsel is very proud and confident in her body as she is always flaunting her perfect body and flawless beauty.
4. Nengi Hampson
Rebecca Nengi Hampson is a Nigerian model, actress, reality TV star, brand influencer, and entrepreneur. She was one of the BBNaija lockdown housemates known in the house by her middle name, ‘Nengi’. The reality TV star hails from Bayelsa State. She was in the spotlight before her time in the Big Brother Naija house as she is a former model and had made it to the MBGN 2017 top five contestants. Since her rise to fame, she has shown that she is a goal-getter with a beautiful face. One thing that caught the attention of fans was her beautiful and sexy body while on the BBNaija show. It is commendable to say that she has the charisma, intelligence, drive and attitude of a beautiful diva.
3. Tolu Bally
Tolu Bally born on the 2nd of October, is an award-winning Nigerian Fashion entrepreneur and celebrity stylist. She is one of the brains behind adorable looks on red carpets from AMVCA to the Headies and other major events. She has worked with top celebrities like Toke Makinwa, Stephanie Coker, Linda Osifo, BBNaija Tacha, BBNaija Alex Unusual, Toyin Abraham, etc. She is a graduate of Psycho-social studies from the University of East London. Tolu was in the Uk pursuing her passion for business fashion, where she even had to sell clothes from the booth of her car. The mother of one returned to Nigeria and unveiled her boutique. She started as a designer in November 2016. She became the creative director of her fashion brand, 2207byTbally. While drawing inspiration from several cultures, colours and textures, she was able to create African and Contemporary fusion and, simultaneously, tell her own story with designs. Asides from her talent, one thing that makes her stand out is her flawless melanin-popping skin.
2. Nyekachi Douglas
Nyekachi Douglas hails from Ibaa, Emohua LGA, Rivers State. Although she was born on the 28th of May, 1998, in Florida, U.S.A. The model lived in Tampa, Florida, all her life but also makes out time to visit Nigeria often. Despite her background in the United States, the young model represented Rivers state at the 2019 MBGN beauty pageant. Nyekachi Douglas had her primary, secondary and tertiary education in Tampa, Florida. She discovered her love for modelling while she was still schooling. The 6 ft 1⁄2 inch model started her modelling career as a freelancer, but it took her a while before she was discovered. Nyekachi Douglas recorded one of her milestones as she walked for Amalia Probowo at the 2017 New York Fashion Week. She also participated in the Arise Fashion Week in 2019. At the 2019 Arise Fashion Week, Douglas worked with famous designers like Lanre DaSilva, Papa Oppong, Odio Mimonet and many others. She also worked alongside superstar models like Naomi Campbell. Nyekachi Douglas was crowned the MBGN in 2019 as she represented Rivers state. Her beauty is second to none, and she is a shining jewel.
1. Saskay
Saskay is a model, fine artist, and reality TV star. She came into the limelight after participating in the reality show Big Brother Naija season 6 in 2021. The fine artist was born in Michigan Local Government, Adamawa State, in the northern part of Nigeria. The Nigerian model attended Word of Faith Group Schools in Abuja. She later joined Veritas University in Abuja. In 2015, the model was suspended from school for unknown reasons. However, she did not completely give up. On 30 January 2021, she obtained a degree in Fine Arts. Saskay was born on the 16th of May, 2000, and since she stepped on the BBNaija shine ya eye show, she endeared herself into the hearts of many Nigerians. Today she is one of the most beautiful melanin goddesses in the country, and she deserves all the accolades she is receiving.
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