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Who Are You Voting For the Best Advocacy Project?

Select your favourite contestant under the Best Advocacy Project category and cast your votes:

Who Are You Voting For the Best Advocacy Project?

Contestant 1:
Oputa Otutu Lucillelove Chioma

Her advocacy, Mission Nourish, is driven by Nigeria’s painful reality as the country with the second-highest number of malnourished children globally. She provides direct nutritional support to underserved communities, delivers therapeutic food to hospitals, and processes local Moringa leaves into life-giving nutrients for families. Beyond feeding the body, her initiative extends to academic excellence programmes that restore educational opportunities for children whose dreams have been stolen by hunger. Her mission is to nourish both the minds and bodies of Nigeria’s children so they can finally thrive.

Contestant 2:
Uchechukwuka Ikediashi

Her advocacy is centred on mentoring children and providing basic amenities to those in need. She firmly believes that the best way to build great nations is to equip younger generations with the right guidance, values, and knowledge for self-development. Her work is rooted in the understanding that when people are supported and empowered, communities and economies grow stronger. Through her advocacy, she is investing in the future by ensuring no child is left without the foundation they need to thrive.

Contestant 3:
Lorina Aloh

She advocates for mental health awareness among teens and preteens. She recognises that many young people are navigating life without proper guidance, leaving them vulnerable to lasting psychological harm from traumatic experiences. Her goal is to create awareness around the mental health challenges facing this age group and amplify voices that are often ignored. She is committed to being a voice for children who cannot yet speak up for themselves.

Contestant 4:
Deborah Nwabudike

She advocates for smallholder farmers in Nigeria through her initiative, Gyen Collective. Drawing from her personal history of watching her mother and grandmother struggle to make ends meet through farming, she is passionate about building sustainable agricultural systems. Gyen Collective provides farming education, cooperative resource-sharing, and practical systems rooted in the indigenous Nigerian philosophy of Isusu. Through partnerships with nonprofits and development banks, she works to reduce production costs, strengthen food security, and address SDG 2: Zero Hunger.

Contestant 5:
Dionne Nwagbo

Her advocacy, Treasure Life, was founded in 2020 following her Miss Teen Nigeria win, originally focused on helping teenage girls discover themselves and build skills. Over time, the movement evolved into a broader initiative empowering women of all ages, from the privileged to the less privileged. Treasure Life prioritises school outreaches, period education, feeding initiatives, and organisational partnerships. Through it all, the movement continues to inspire hope, dignity, and growth, one life at a time.

Contestant 6:
Tamunosoye Karibi-George

Her advocacy, Beyond Labels, challenges the limiting identities society places on individuals, particularly children with special needs. The initiative stands for inclusion, dignity, empowerment, and possibility, creating safe spaces where children can express themselves freely and dream boldly. Through creative engagement, Beyond Labels encourages children to recognise that their circumstances do not define their future. Its core message is simple but powerful: every child deserves to be seen beyond society’s assumptions and given the opportunity to thrive.

Contestant 7:
Chinyere Ozalagba

She advocates for menstrual health awareness and the eradication of period poverty through her initiative, Afriqsis Outreach. She is passionate about breaking the stigma surrounding menstruation and ensuring young girls have access to proper menstrual hygiene education. Her work creates safe spaces where girls feel confident, informed, and empowered about their bodies. Through education and community support, she is building a generation of girls who are no longer held back by shame or lack of access.

Contestant 8:
Uzogheli Ifeoma

Her advocacy is driven by the belief that many children are not lacking in potential — they are simply lacking in opportunity. She is passionate about creating lasting systems that provide underprivileged children with scholarships, access to basic necessities, healthcare, and intentional care. Her goal is to ensure that every child, regardless of background, has a fair and equal chance to dream, grow, and become all they were created to be. To her, true impact is not just changing lives for a moment, but creating opportunities that can transform an entire future.

Contestant 9:
Favour Oduah

She advocates for the holistic development of children, particularly those from underprivileged and low-income backgrounds. She believes that every child, regardless of circumstance, deserves to feel loved, valued, seen, and celebrated. Her advocacy goes beyond words — it is about showing compassion, creating meaningful impact, and reminding children that they matter. Through her work, she is committed to creating moments of joy and encouragement that inspire children to believe in the possibilities of a brighter future.

Contestant 10:
Shuntell Ezomo

Her advocacy, the Roots and Stars initiative, is centred on inspiring and educating children about the power of their creativity. She believes that every child possesses a unique creative mind capable of making a meaningful impact on the world. Through her initiative, she encourages children to explore, express, and harness their creative potential. Her goal is to build a generation of young people who understand that creativity is a tool for transformation.

Contestant 11:
Adaora Ikpeama

Her advocacy, Bridging Her Future, focuses on empowering young girls through digital education, mentorship, and exposure to opportunities in technology. Recognising that many girls still lack access, confidence, and representation in tech spaces, she works to inspire them to see technology as a powerful tool for creation and leadership. Her initiative stands for inclusion, empowerment, and opportunity, building confidence in girls regardless of their background. She believes that when girls are equipped with knowledge and tech access, they become changemakers capable of shaping a better future.

Contestant 12:
Adaobi Unegbu

Her advocacy addresses rape and sexual violence through her platform, SafeTell NG, a safe, anonymous, and accessible reporting tool built for survivors. In a country where one in three women has experienced sexual violence and fewer than five percent of survivors receive help, she is working to dismantle the culture of silence and impunity. SafeTell NG offers real-time counselling, legal guidance, and emergency SOS alerts, placing power directly in the hands of those who need it most. Her movement declares that gender-based violence is not a private matter — it is a public crisis that demands a community response.

Contestant 13:
Vera Jombo

Her advocacy focuses on protecting the mental health of children who have experienced sexual and emotional abuse. She recognises that while children are encouraged to speak up about abuse, true healing begins with addressing their emotional and psychological wellbeing. Through her foundation, she works to help children understand that abuse is never their fault and that their past does not define their future. Her goal is to create awareness, foster safe conversations, and ensure no child has to carry the trauma of abuse alone.

Contestant 14:
Favour Joseph

She advocates for the restoration of educational opportunities in underserved communities across Nigeria. She is equally passionate about empowering women through health education and breaking the stereotypes that limit their progress. Her work promotes sustainable development and community wellbeing, addressing the intersecting challenges of access, equality, and opportunity. Through her advocacy, she is building pathways for women and young people to lead healthier, more empowered lives.

Contestant 15:
Praise Obafemi

Her advocacy, The BuildHer Project, is committed to ensuring underprivileged girls are not pushed out of education by poverty, early marriage, or social barriers. Through awareness, fundraising, and strategic partnerships, the project supports girls with educational materials, period care essentials, and other resources they need to stay in school. She believes quality education should be a right, not a luxury, and works to make that belief a reality for girls across Nigeria. Her ultimate goal is to build futures where girls can thrive and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

Contestant 16:
Mofetoluwa Kutemi

Her advocacy, Bridging Minds, is dedicated to bridging the gap between potential and possibility for young people through knowledge, mentorship, and worldview expansion. She returned to her alma mater, Queen’s College Lagos, to lead interactive mentorship sessions centred on critical thinking, confidence, and intentional growth. Through school outreaches and a growing digital community of over 100 young people on Instagram and Substack, she creates conversations that help young people dream beyond their current environment. She believes young people do not lack potential — they simply lack access to the right guidance and exposure.

Contestant 17:
Sarah Ebu

She advocates for educating young people to understand and actively stand against gender-based violence, femicide, and child marriage. She believes these issues persist largely because they are normalised or misunderstood, and works to raise awareness around consent, respect, equality, and human rights. By empowering young girls to know their worth and encouraging boys to embrace respect, she aims to prevent violence before it begins. Her message is clear: when we educate the young, we build a generation that chooses change, protects lives, and promotes equality.

Contestant 18:
Oluwakemi Akinlabi

She advocates for cardiovascular health awareness, recognising that millions of lives are lost globally to diseases that are largely preventable. She uses her professional skills and voice to educate individuals and communities on the importance of prioritising heart health through early detection and healthy lifestyle choices. Her advocacy encourages people to take preventive measures seriously and understand that every heartbeat truly matters. Through enlightenment and community engagement, she is working to save lives one conversation at a time.

Contestant 19:
Gold Ichenda

Her advocacy, Ichenda For All, is centred on preserving human life, environmental health, and the systems that sustain communities. Inspired by losing her father to an undiagnosed illness, she became passionate about promoting healthcare awareness, early detection, and preventive health practices. Through free health outreaches and her podcast, she creates conversations around health, environmental responsibility, and social realities affecting everyday Nigerians. Her goal is to build a culture where awareness and preservation are shared responsibilities, because a society is measured by how fiercely it protects the living.

Contestant 20:
Abigail Adeyemi

Her advocacy, Green Tech & EcoCash, promotes environmental sustainability through innovation, education, and community impact. The initiative transforms recyclable waste into value by encouraging individuals to exchange plastics, paper, cans, and other materials for cash, food, or essential supplies. Beyond waste management, the project aims to reduce pollution, raise environmental awareness, and empower young people through tech-driven sustainability solutions. Through school outreaches, community activations, and partnerships, she is inspiring a future where innovation protects the environment and creates opportunity.