Monique Mawulawe Agbedekpui, who won the Miss Ghana crown in
2020, has opened up about not receiving many of the material rewards and
financial incentives traditionally associated with the prestigious pageant.
According to her, the timing of her reign, which coincided with the height of
the COVID-19 pandemic, significantly impacted the fulfillment of these
expectations.
Speaking candidly on The Frankly Speaking Podcast, Monique
explained that the global health crisis affected sponsorships and prize
allocations, leaving her without some of the rewards that previous winners
enjoyed, including a car and cash prizes. “I won during the COVID season, so
winning the crown actually didn’t come with a lot of things it had to come
with,” she revealed.
The beauty queen’s experience sheds light on how the
pandemic disrupted various industries, including the pageantry world, where
corporate sponsorship and financial support are essential for fulfilling
promises made to winners. With companies struggling to stay afloat during those
challenging times, it became increasingly difficult for the Miss Ghana
organization to provide all the promised incentives.
Despite the setbacks, Monique acknowledged that holding the
Miss Ghana title came with its own advantages. The crown provided her with
recognition, influence, and valuable connections that have benefited her
personal projects and advocacy efforts. “It came with a title, which helped me
and got me influence through people I needed and all that. But it didn’t come
with the physical things like the car, cash prizes, and other goodies,” she
added.
While the absence of certain rewards was disappointing,
Monique expressed understanding of the situation, recognizing that the Miss
Ghana brand did its best under the circumstances. Rather than focusing on the
material benefits she missed out on, she remains grateful for the platform and
the opportunities it provided.
Monique’s story serves as a reminder of the realities faced
by pageant winners, especially during unprecedented times.
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