Nani Saban takes Kumang Gawai Dayak Sibu 2025 crown
Nani (seated), flanked by Nelly (left) and Amenda, beams with joy after securing the top three spots in the Kumang Gawai Dayak Sibu 2025 competition on Saturday night.
SIBU: The radiant charm and grace of Nani Saban from Sekuau captured the hearts of the judges, earning her the coveted Kumang Gawai Dayak Sibu 2025 on Saturday (May 24) night.
The contest was the highlight of the Sibu Dayak pre-Gawai celebration.
Nani's triumph was met with cheers and applause as she was crowned the evening's queen, walking away with RM4,000 in cash, a glittering crown, sash, trophy, hamper and a certificate of participation.
The first runner-up title, Lulong, was awarded to Nelly Mujan Rogelio from Sungai Asap, Belaga. She received RM3,000 in prize money, along with a sash, trophy, hamper and certificate.
Meanwhile, Amenda Alannie Ambrose Luta from Pasai Siong, Sibu, took home the Selinggar Matahari (third place) title, winning RM2,000 and the accompanying prizes of a sash, trophy, hamper and certificate.
Seven other finalists Natasha Malviana Nyandang, Fravelian Jelika Radi, Adreana Filsie Sanau Anselm, Manisha Vyonnie Gelebat, Juliana Ungan Merayang, Olivia Ceilo Oliver and Anesonia Aking — were each recognised with a RM800 cash prize and a certificate of participation.
The awards were presented by Sri Aman MP, Datuk Seri Doris Sophia Brodie. Joining her were political secretary to the Premier of Sarawak Susan Clement Ingun, president of the Sarakup Indu Dayak Sarawak (SIDS) Datuk Alice Jawan and chairperson of SIDS Sibu Angelyn Uchi Maseng.
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