Face of Igbo 2026 · Contestant F01

Obinatu Iruoma Gift

Age

20

State of origin

Anambra state

Local government area

Ihiala LGA

Town / community

Amanputu uli

Occupation / profession

Model/stylist/student

Education

Currently studying Agricultural science at the University of Abuja

Languages

English/Igbo

Talent / skill

Dancer, singer, Good communicator

Favourite Igbo food

Pounded yam na ofe onugbu

Favourite Igbo proverb

Onye kwe, Chi ya ekwe

Role model

Chief Amb Ikechukwu chianumba( He is a high inspiration to all Igbo citizens, always ready to bring forth everyone as one family, he will always be an inspiration to me and all youths

Community / social passion

Uniting all citizens, preserve our culture, and ensure our voices are heard especially our young youths

What being Igbo means to me

Being igbo means a lot to me, it means I carry the pride of our people, we the igbos keep a clean and profound name, we have a clean heart, always live with the truth and have a high sense of humor, that's why whenever I hear 'Ndi Igbo kwenu ' my pride is being uplifted cause I know i portray all benefits/personalities of being an igbo citizen

Why I want to become Face of Igbo 2026

Being the face of igbo doesn't just have to do with looks alone, but being jovial, smart, creative, community minded, most importantly, proud but humble and I believe that I am fit and capable carrying all this personalities and will use them wisely to shine light on Igbo businesses, talent, unity and most importantly bring younger igbo youths together to inspire them more and for them to know their worth