Emeka Esogbue

 My Mother's Presence Encouraged Me, Merylin Ajidua, Ibusa Girl Who Won the Miss Earth Nigeria 2026 Model of the Year  *She contested in Miss Earth Nigeria and won the first Model of the Year Prize. She is grateful to all that supported her. Ibusa-born MISS MERYLIN IFESINACHI AJIDUA, in this interview with PEN MASTER (EMEKA ESOGBUE), shares her experience of the pageant in this interview. Excerpts:*   *Pen Master: Miss Merylin Ajudua, you just competed in Miss Earth Nigeria and returned with 2026 Model of the Year. Congratulations to you. Anyway, our readers will like to know you.*  Ajidua: My name is Merylin Ifesinachi Ajidua. I am a humanitarian, environmental advocate, social entrepreneur, model, and the founder of the Merylin Ajidua Foundation, an NGO focused on youth empowerment, education, and community development. I am currently studying Educational Psychology, Guidance and Counselling at the University of Port Harcourt. I am passionate about using my vo...

 PEN MASTER BELIEVES IN IBUSA PEOPLE FROM THE VERY BEGINNING: SEE PHOTOS OF MERYLN Pen Master has a way of believing in Ibusa people and their capacity from the very beginning—not only when they have made it and are already at the top of the ladder. Encouragement, motivation, and support matter greatly in helping people climb that ladder. The eyes of the Ibusa community are always watching, cheering, and supporting every son and daughter who dares to break new ground. Take a look at these beautiful photos of Marilyn Ifesinachi Ajidua, the proud Anioma daughter from Ibusa, at the pageant camp of Miss Earth Nigeria. Beautiful Marilyn Ajidua is once again proving that Anioma people are never missing in action. We show up, we stand tall, and we make our presence felt wherever excellence calls. Ibusa is watching. Anioma is proud. Keep shining, Marilyn!