Nicolina June Ah Kuoi is the newly announced Miss Global Samoa 2024. Initially securing the first runner-up position, she ascended to the title following the resignation of the original winner, Rosevellaryn Odile Everleilani, due to personal reasons. Vodafone Samoa reached out to Nicolina, and she accepted the role. Today was the official crowning of the new Miss Global Samoa 2024. Nicolina will represent Samoa in the Miss Global International competition in the Philippines.
Nicolina hails from multiple villages in Samoa and American Samoa, including Sapapalii, Talimatau, Tulaele, Lalovaea, and Nuuuli. She is currently employed at Apia Insurance Company and is known for her leadership in local pageants. Her dedication to community advocacy is evident as she plans to use her platform to promote cancer awareness and champion Samoa’s cultural values globally.
Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Tuala Tevaga Iosefo Ponifasio, in his speech at the crowning program at Taumeasina Island Resort, congratulated Nicolina and highlighted last year’s pageant representative. “Samoa made a significant impact when it entered the international pageantry world with the Miss Global contest held in Vietnam and Cambodia. Our very own Haylani Pearl Kuruppu was crowned the first runner-up among contestants from 70 countries, thereby creating history. This remarkable achievement is a testament that Samoan women can reach extraordinary heights when given the right opportunity and support.”
He praised Samoa’s international exposure, saying, “International beauty pageants can be powerful tools for tourism promotion, leveraging their global reach to attract visitors and promote tourism. Samoa stands to benefit significantly from this exposure, as we saw in the last Miss Global competition.”
He further stated, “The Miss Global Pageant attracts millions of viewers and followers from various countries, providing an excellent platform to introduce Samoa’s unique attractions and tourist destinations to a diverse audience in over 80 countries. With 1.3 million people worldwide following the Miss Global Organization, the potential for promoting our beautiful Samoa is immense.”
Deputy Prime Minister also praised Miss Ah Kuoi as “a woman who embodies grace, intelligence, and compassion. She also possesses a combination of physical attractiveness, confidence, and certain qualities that make her stand out on the international stage.”
In preparation for the international pageant, Nicolina will undergo intensive training in the Philippines from September 15th to 30th, 2024, provided by Vodafone Samoa and associates.
Rosevellaryn Odile Everleilani announced her resignation through a heartfelt social media post, citing work commitments and unforeseen circumstances. She expressed, “This was not an easy decision, but sometimes life takes unexpected turns. I’m incredibly grateful for the experience I’ve had during this short journey, and I would like to extend my sincere wishes to the new Miss Global Samoa. With love and gratitude, Ella.”
Keynote Address by the Acting Prime Minister Hon. Tuala Tevaga Iosefo Ponifasio at the Crowning Program of the Miss Samoa Global 2024
