Antigua and Barbuda’s Shania Samuel, who secured the title of 2nd Runner-Up in the Queen of Carnival Competition 2024, left Antigua and Barbuda on Sunday to participate in the renowned Miss OECS Pageant in Dominica.

The much-anticipated event is scheduled for Friday, January 31st, at the Windsor Park Sports Stadium, where Shania will be competing against four other candidates from across the region.

Several dignitaries attended her farewell, including Senator Shenella Govia, the Minister of State in the Ministry of Creative Industries, and Ayana Dorsette from the Department of Creative Industries.

Accompanying Shania is Renika Isaac, who serves as her chaperone.