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Miss Universe Panama Contestant Expelled Over Alleged Unauthorized Visit to Boyfriend’s Room
Miss Universe contestant Italy Mora, representing Panama, has been disqualified from the upcoming pageant after reportedly visiting her boyfriend’s hotel room without authorization.
Originally set to compete on Nov. 16 in Mexico City, the 19-year-old’s pageant journey ended following an “exhaustive evaluation” by the Miss Universe disciplinary commission, though specifics of her exit were not detailed.
Rumors suggest Mora had joined her boyfriend, Juan Abadía, without approval. Mora, however, claimed her departure stemmed from a dispute with Miss Universe Panama Director César Anel Rodríguez over inadequate organizational support.
Abadía added that he came to Mexico to assist Mora with needs including lodging and a $7,000 Carolina Herrera dress.
Despite her attempts to reverse the decision, Mora ultimately accepted responsibility, acknowledging the impact on her reputation.
Miss Universe organizers cited the importance of fairness and transparency for all candidates. Panama will not send a replacement contestant.
Since Uber exited Nigeria, rumours have been circulating over why the company left the country. One of the claims suggested that FAAN was part of the reason for the exit.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has now addressed the rumours and claims of its involvement in Uber’s decision to leave Nigeria.
FAAN said it could not speak for Uber’s decision, noting that the company likely had its own economic and regulatory considerations for leaving Nigeria.
FAAN’s Managing Director, Olubunmi Kuku, said “I can’t speak to Uber’s exit from Nigeria. I am sure they have their own economic and regulatory decisions as to why they chose to exit.”
Governor of Akwa Ibom, Pastor Umo Eno, reflected on a career choice he made when he had no choice back then.
The governor recalled how he made not less than ₦10 million in a month from selling bread and akara.
He stated “I started selling Akara and bread. Back then, I was doing Akara Burger — we opened the bread and put Akara inside for you. I made not less than ₦10 million in a month.”
Many Nigerians reacted and wondered if his reflection was in response to what the First Lady advised Nigerians earlier about selling corn.
Uber makes headlines in Nigeria as it announces that it is leaving the country. The transportation and logistics business has been in operation in Nigeria since 2014 and suddenly announced its exit on September 2, 2026.
This started with users receiving a message from the team stating that the company would be leaving Nigeria, and the announcement quickly began trending as many Nigerians started talking about Uber’s exit.
Uber shared “We are writing to share some difficult news. After a thorough review of our business, we have made the tough decision to wind down our operations in Nigeria, effective 2 September 2026.
“This wasn’t a decision we made lightly, because it will have a real impact on our teammates and friends who have worked hard for Uber. It’s important to say that these changes are about how we’re organised and what we’re prioritising, not about anyone’s contributions to Uber, which we will always value,” Khosrowshahi said.
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