As the countdown continues to the grand finale of Miss Tourism International World finals holding in Vietnam this November, the Nigeria representative and delegate, reigning Miss Tourism International, Her Majesty Queen Rita Onyinye Oguebie is not leaving any stone unturned to ensure she makes her country proud.

The Anambra State born beauty queen who has been making consultations and visitations in preparation for the all important world beauty battle was yesterday received at the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and National Orientation by Mrs Grace Isu Gekpe, the director of Entertainment and Creative Service and one of the ministry's directors

Speaking to the queen and her team, Mrs Isu Gekpe said the ministry is already a partner to the organisation and will give her the necessary support to ensure she projects Nigeria flags at the international contest with head held high. Though, the permanent secretery was not disposed at the time of the visit but a new date was fixed to host her majesty before the trip.

The 21st edition of Miss Tourism International World finals which is holding in Vietnam will be hosting about 70 contestants from different countries and Queen Oguebie is expected to put up an impressive performance at the big international stage.

It would be recalled that Oguebie was crowned Miss Tourism International at the finals of Beauty of Africa International Pageant on September 6, at the prestigious Sheraton Hotels and Towers Abuja.

With the lanky beauty for the visit at the ministry was Mohammed Saad- event manager, AlexReport- the media publicist of the brand and others. Though the President of Beauty Of Africa International, Mr. Danial Opuene was unavoidably absent as he was off for an official assignment. Oguebie will leave Nigeria on November 14.