Nigerian representative Nwajagu Samuel has made history as the first African and Nigerian to win the prestigious Mister International title.
Samuel triumphed over 46 contestants at the 16th edition of the pageant held on Saturday, at the Island Hall, Fashion Island in Bangkok, Thailand.
The Nigerian was crowned by Thailand’s Kim Thitisan Goodburn, his immediate predecessor, marking a groundbreaking moment in the competition’s history.
Mister International is regarded as one of the top two global male pageants, offering a platform for contestants to showcase their talent and presence on an international stage.
Here are seven key facts about him:
He is the first Black winner
Samuel became the first Black man and African to win the Mister International title since the pageant began 16 years ago.
A towering presence
Standing tall at 6’3″, his height and physique earned him the Best in Swimwear award during the competition.
He is an engineer
Samuel has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and works as a software engineer, showcasing a balance between academics and career.
He represented Nigeria
Samuel competed as Nigeria’s representative and was up against 46 other contestants from around the world.
A new titleholder
He succeeded Kim Goodburn from Thailand, the winner of Mister International 2023.
He is in his twenties
At 23 years old, Samuel is one of the younger winners of the Mister International pageant.
He made history for Africa
Straightforward and impactful, Samuel’s victory is a notable achievement on the global stage.