Teesha Otunsha beats 37 others, emerges new Miss Sarauniya pergeant

Twenty-two years old Teesha Ogerinya Otunsha, from Nasarawa State, North-Central Nigeria has emerged the 2023/2024 Miss Sarauniya.

Otunsha beats 37 other remarkable contestants representing the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja to emerged the 6th Edition of Miss Sarauniya in December 10, 2023 when the pageant was held in Kaduna.

She went home with the star prize of N1million, a brand ambassadorship for the DanHausawa Media Nigeria Ltd., (DMN), and Naijatainment, organizers of the pageant.

Speaking at a dinner party held in Kaduna on Saturday, January 13, 2024, where the new queen was presented a cheque of N500,000; Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Sarauniya Beauty Pageant, Samaila Adoyi Ogwuche, said the prestigious award aimed to facilitate personal growth, academic pursuits, and further support the winner’s endeavours in creating a positive impact on the society.

He explained that the competition served as a platform for self-discovery, confidence -building, fostering unity among women nationwide, celebrating our rich cultures, diverse fashion, and empowering contestants with essential skills and financial support for their ventures.

He added that the vision behind Sarauniya Beauty Pageant is to inspire young women to fearlessly pursue their dreams, embrace their individuality, and make meaningful contributions to their communities; noting that the initiative, has undoubtedly, pave way for a brighter and more empowered future for all.

Going down memory lane, the CEO said over the last decade, he has dedicated himself to various social development projects such as the CHASU talent project, Tehila music festival, Dandalin DanHausawa variety show, Gargajiya food and fashion festival, Miss Naija beauty pageant, Sarauniya Beauty Pageant, among others.

“The 6th Edition of Sarauniya, with the theme: ‘Shine On’, provided incredible opportunities for young women to flourish and explore their potential,” he further said.

How did she received the announcement as the winner of the 6th Edition of Miss Sarauniya? Otunsha said she didn’t expect the sudden news, however she was so happy to the extent that she had to scream to let it sink.

Speaking on her pet project for the next one year, the newly crown Miss Sarauniya 2023/2024, said her life mission is to impact, educate and empower the world especially the girl-child in Nigeria and Africa at large.

In view of this, Otunsha said her pet project for the upcoming year of her reign is to advocate for quality education, and return out-of-school children back to the classroom.

A piece of advice to other young ladies; Otunsha said, “Never give up on your dreams, rather stand up and go after it.”