The Digest:
Olivia Yacé of Côte d’Ivoire has resigned her Miss Universe Africa and Oceania title, severing all ties with the organization. The 4th runner-up announced her decision days after the coronation, stating she must remain true to her pillars of "respect, dignity, excellence, and equal opportunity."
Key Points:
- Yacé announced her resignation in a bilingual statement on Monday.
- She is severing all affiliations with the Miss Universe Organisation.
- Her decision follows multiple controversies surrounding the 2025 pageant.
- A judge, Omar Harfouch, resigned, citing a lack of transparency.
- Miss Mexico performed a dramatic walkout before eventually winning.
- Miss Palestine alleged unfair voting practices in a specific category.
- The event was also impacted by other high-profile withdrawals.
Sources: Vanguard, Premium Times
