STATEMENT: Miss WÒB 2025 ZebadiJah ( Zebbie) Maxwell— A Heartfelt thank you and a note for DA’s 47th Independence

In a moment of national pride and personal triumph, Zebbie has been crowned Miss WÒB 2025, a title she dedicates to her family, community, and the village of Tarreau. The newly crowned queen expressed profound gratitude for the unwavering support she received throughout her journey. From her immediate family, who stood as her guiding force, to the dedicated teams working tirelessly behind the scenes, Zebbie acknowledged the collective effort that shaped her success. She also extended heartfelt thanks to her coaches, sponsors, and the villagers of Tarreau, whose belief in her propelled her to this historic achievement. ‘This crown belongs to all of us,’ she declared, emphasizing the shared victory.

While celebrating this milestone, Zebbie also addressed her absence from this year’s Independence Day celebrations and the Military Parade, events of immense national significance. She explained that her attendance at the One Young World Summit—a global platform uniting young leaders to drive positive change—took precedence. Being chosen as the nation’s flag bearer at the summit filled her with immense pride, a moment she described as even more exhilarating than receiving the scholarship to attend.

Zebbie vowed to return with renewed energy, innovative ideas, and a steadfast commitment to serve her community and nation. Her message concluded with gratitude and a call for unity: ‘One LOVE. Happy Independence! Domnik 47 Strong!’