Although the well
publicised, keenly contested and well organized Port Harcourt City Centenary beauty pageant has come and gone, the memories of that eventful night still echoes loud and clear in the minds of those who were opportuned to witness the historic events live at the Hotel Presidential Port Harcourt, last Friday.
Beautiful and elegant Miss Theodora Kelechi Atako, won the coveted crown as she defeated 29 other beautiful young ladies   to wear the centenary crown for the next 100 years, while Miss Eucharia C. Affor and Princess Onuekwa, emerged the 1st and 2nd runners  up respectively.
The  centenary queen was crowned by the wife of the deputy governor of Rivers State, Mrs. Mina Ikuru, while the husband, His Excellency, Engr. Tele Ikuru who represented the Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency,  Rt. Hon. Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi, handed over the keys and particulars of a brand new Honda Accent Car to the winner who was full of joy and appreciation to the state government.
Miss Atako, who spoke with The Tide Entertainment shortly after she was crowned, said she was overwhelmed by her victory and thanked God for the honour. The 1st and 2nd rumurs up who equally got prizes also expressed gratitude to God and promised to live up to expectation.
Other contestants who received awards at the event include Udodi Onyinyechukwu, who won the miss Amity award and most friendly contestant award, Miss Aya Uche Sophia clinched the Miss Eloquent award, while the award of the best behaved contestant went to Miss Theodora Kelechi Atako, who also won the crown and Chinaka Olivia, best traditional attire award.
The glamorous and scintillating event witnessed a great turn out of guests including top government officials  such as the deputy governor of Rivers State.
His Excellency, Engr. Tele Ikuru, Secretary to the Rivers State Government and Chairman Port Harcourt City Centenary Celebration Planning Committee, Mr. George D.N. Feyii, Administrator, Greater Port Harcourt, Aleruchi Cookey Gam and the Mayor of Port Harcourt City Local Government Area, Hon. Chimbiko Akarolo among others.
The event was also graced by other distinguished personalities, captains of industries, the Civil Society and representatives of the Nigerian Movie Industry called Nollywood, who include:- Milliscent Jack, Maureen Ihua, Chiege Alisigwe, Chinyere Nwabuzor, Bobby Ogoloma, Columbus Irisoanga etc as well as Miss Niger Delta, Becky Iluma.
The event featured powerful musical performances by the Port Harcourt First Son, Duncan Mighty, who gave a good account of himself on stage and left when the ovation was highest, Richie of Nigerian Idol Season 3, Maxy, The Choro Milo Crooner, Lady I B, Chairman, Performing Musicians and Employees Association of Nigeria (PMAN) Rivers Chapter, the funky Brothers and Inspirational Singer Silver who thrilled the audience with her melodious voice.
Nollywood living legend, Columbus Irisoanga also thrilled the guests with his Fertility dance group from the Kalagbari Extraction, who performed to the satisfaction of the guests in a perfectly relaxed atmosphere. It showcased a great medly of traditional dance and choreography that highlighted the rich cultural  endowment of the Rivers people and he received a high ovation for his ingenuity.
The comedy session featured top comedians such as clent D’ Drunk, Prince  4 Hezekiah, Dan D’ Humourous etc, who literally cracked some ribs with their hilarious jokes as well as other side attractions  that included video clips of the contestants while in camp.
Acc comedian clink ‘D’ Drunk was later invited again on stage to crack bom jokes to calm the frayed nerves of the guests and contestants who wanted with baited breath after the last appearance the of 5 contents who made it to the grand finale, while the fine man panel of judges had a tough time in choosing the best three contestants.