The student representative council has on 15th October, 2025, deliberated and approved 1.2 million naira for Mr and Miss UI pageantry.
During the session, Hon. Joy proposed a reduction in the cash prizes for the winners. The prizes, which previously stood at ₦120,000, ₦90,000, and ₦70,000, were adjusted downward to ₦90,000, ₦70,000, and ₦50,000 respectively.
She stated that the amount was too much for a cash prize and the motion for reduction was subsequently adopted by the council
Other details of the pageant budget were also reviewed including lodging for the bootcamp, which would accommodate 25 participants including contestants and their chaperones, was pegged at ₦130,000 per day.
Another Honourable clarified that the figure covers all participants collectively. Feeding expenses were also addressed, with provisions made for an estimated 25 persons per day.
It was further explained that the grading process for contestants commenced at the audition stage and continued through the bootcamp training before the final event.
Following the adjustments, the total approved budget for Mr. and Miss UI now stands at ₦1,206,000.
The Council noted that the review was aimed at promoting accountability and ensuring judicious use of funds within the Students’ Union Week budget.
