Ufa Dania, First Plus Size Miss Charismatic, Shares Her Experience
Miss Kwara, Ufa Dania, who is the first plus-size contestant for Miss Universe Nigeria, shares her experience of pageantry.
In a recent interview, the Edo-born beauty queen shared her success story, challenges, and hopes as the first plus-size woman to win Miss Charismatic Nigeria.
She recalls being the first contestant to express interest in the pageant, and thankfully, her application was granted.
The fashion stylist also mentions that she didn’t struggle with her costumes at all because she was already accustomed to them. Despite her success, she recalls that the heels they were always required to wear were her only challenge.
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“I feel that it was my biggest fear,” she said. “I mean, where are we trying to get to?”
Ufa is not only beautiful but also intelligent. She has various skills and a degree to prove it. She is a content creator, photographer, radiographer, and fashion stylist.
She is quite excited about her win as she believes it will pave the way for other plus-size ladies to feel confident about applying for such competitions without fear of size.
“Many people see themselves in me, so I didn’t flop. I showed up and showed off,” she said.
Ufa Dania ends her interview with her quote: “Never look down on yourself and don’t let anyone’s perspective of you shadow how you feel about yourself. Go get whatever you want to do.”
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