The reigning Mr Ideal Nigeria, Ayotunde Ajiboye of Kwara state is set to hand over the baton to a new winner in June 9, as the search for Mr Ideal 2012 has hit a crescendo. This year, there are 37 finalists including Mr Ideal FCT. Akwa Ibom , Yobe and Plateau states also debut in the competition this year.
August 2011 saw the start of the search for Mr Ideal Nigeria representatives starting with Niger state and since then 25 states pageants have been held, adding to the anticipation of the pageant this year! The finale will hold at the prestigious Spicery Hotel in Oniru Estates, Lagos.
Mr Ideal Nigeria is a search for Nigeria’s perfect man, a Mr ideal that is a unique combination of a fit body tone and an entrepreneurial mind. The winner gets to start his own business as well as represent Nigeria at the Mister Earth worldwide pageant this year. The reigning Mr Ideal Nigeria, Ayotunde Ajiboye who just returned from his trip to India is CEO of Clipse Entertainment and has produced two artists since he became the title holder.
The online voting kicks off on May 1 via www.mridealnigeria.com , and the preliminary judging will be held on June 5. A combination of these will determine who makes it into the top 16 and the grand finale, where contestants will compete in beachwear, evening suits and answering of questions.
Ayotunde Fabamwo, president of the Mr Ideal Nigeria says “2012 is the best line up we have had in years and we promise an electrifying show. Mr Ideal Nigeria is committed to empowering young men. We are not selling a dream; we are building a future for the young men who are contesting in our pageant. We are confident that the new Mr Ideal Nigeria will benefit the country and will move us all a step closer toward building a greater Nigeria”.
In the light some violence across Nigeria in recent times, the pageant will be raising money for Project Friendship Initiative, an NGO that helps to promote peace in the country. The winner will also go on to be the ambassador to Goge Foundation which is run by Goge Africa TV. The Mr Ideal Nigeria was first held in Akure in the year 2010, and Kwara State won both the 2010 and 2011 edition , this year maybe we will see a shake up or will Kwara state still hold the title? We will find out soon! Check out the Contestants at www.mridealnigeria.com
