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Moyinoluwa Hanchard
The 6th Miss Nigeria UK
Moyin is a passionate advocate for cultural representation, women empowerment, and community engagement. Crowned The 7th Miss Nigeria UK, Moyin's reign has been marked by her dedication to uplifting young women and amplifying the voices of the Nigerian diaspora in the UK. A proud Nigerian by heritage, she embodies the values of resilience, grace, and purpose, which have shaped her vision for her role as Miss Nigeria UK.
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With a strong commitment to community service, Moyin has worked closely with various charitable organizations, particularly advocating for health awareness and youth empowerment initiatives. Her platform as Miss Nigeria UK has allowed her to engage in numerous campaigns that celebrate Nigerian culture while also promoting inclusivity and bridging the gap between Nigeria and the UK.
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Moyinoluwa is not just a beauty queen but a role model for young women seeking to embrace their roots while pursuing excellence in all areas of life. Her determination to inspire positive change is evident through her work with Queen Conversations, and various other initiatives aimed at building a strong support network for women.
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As she continues to grow in her role, Moyin remains focused on creating a lasting impact, empowering the next generation, and representing the Miss Nigeria UK platform with dignity, creativity, and purpose.
A Platform Rooted in Culture, Purpose, and Impact
Miss Nigeria UK is a cultural empowerment platform celebrating Nigerian heritage while creating meaningful opportunities for women and communities across the UK diaspora.
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Through six live shows, the platform has welcomed approximately 1,200 audience members, supported 64 programme graduates, and collaborated with over 20 local businesses. Our work has contributed to over 10 charitable causes, mentored more than 100 young people, and helped participants progress into careers across media, entertainment, law, technology, fashion, and business.
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At its core, Miss Nigeria UK exists to connect British born and raised Nigerians with their heritage in a way that feels authentic, empowering, and relevant. The programme encourages participants to embrace culture, develop confidence, and understand what it means to represent community with integrity and purpose.
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Originally launched as Mr & Miss Nigeria UK, the platform was created by a London born Nigerian seeking deeper connection to her roots while bringing people together through culture and shared experience. Following three successful joint editions, the organisation evolved to focus intentionally on women, where engagement, impact, and opportunity continued to grow.
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Today, Miss Nigeria UK is recognised not only for its cultural significance but for its broader influence. The platform has been featured in over 20 media publications, appeared across multiple media platforms, and was honoured with an invitation to St James’ Palace to meet King Charles and Queen Camilla in celebration of their visit to West Africa.
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While early growth was driven by a small, self funded team, Miss Nigeria UK now has the infrastructure in place to expand its reach and deepen its impact. The vision is clear: to celebrate culture, develop leaders, and create lasting value for individuals, communities, and partners alike.
