Mokeme is returning to the show for the third time after his superb performance in previous shows. His selection was announced at the weekend where the 12 finalists were unveiled. Speaking at the event, Mokeme said he was looking forward to a thrilling time in the jungle and called on the contestants to gear up for rigorous challenges that lie ahead.
The successful contestants are Dr. Edmond Umebuani Chibuikem, EtidoEma Ebong, Okike Dennis, Chapele Tracy and Brosu Anthony. Others are IfunanyaOnike Michelle, Sheidu Onozare Halima, Ijeh Peter Oseleka, Ezidi Bobby Nzube and SalakoOladimejiOlukunle. Others are Mary and Martha Adeboye who are identical twins.
Speaking at the event, Managing Director and CEO, Mr. Nicolaas Vervelde congratulated the 12 lucky contestants.
“Tonight, only the brave and most determined young men and women have been selected as part of the final 12 contestants. It is worthy of note that about 42,000 Nigerians registered for this year’s show. These 12 contestants will face a series of challenges individually and collectively as a team, all in search of the 10th Symbol, but only one willemerge as the ’Ultimate Man’ to win N10 million and a Mitsubishi Pajero 3.0L GLS AT (full option) jeep, courtesy of CFAO Motors, the official automotive partner of Gulder Ultimate Search,” he said.
The managing director was represented at the event by Corporate Affairs Adviser, Nigerian Breweries PLC., Mr.Kufre Ekanem.
