Hundreds packed the Pajo gym in Lapu-Lapu City last Saturday night to witness the barangay’s first ever beauty search.
Candidate no. 1 Mary Ann Sotillo was crowned Miss Pajo 2015 after the judges voted unanimously for her. She also won Best in Evening Gown among the 12 candidates.
During the question-and-answer segment of the contest, she said she wanted to be a fashion model.
Candidate no. 7 Danica Larra Ceniza was first runner-up. She also won Best in Swimwear.
Candidate no. 9 Kanjo Quirante finished second runner-up, while candidate no. 6 Shania Angel Rayco and candidate no. 11 Roxan Llanes placed third and fourth respectively.
The candidates all come from barangay Pajo.
Pajo barangay captain Junard Ahong Chan said the event was the first beauty pageant in Pajo, something few barangays in Lapu-Lapu organize.
Free ice cream was distributed for the children. A disco dance was also held for entertainment.
Earlier in the day, parlor games and native games like “tubig-tubig” and “palusibo” were held for the children and youth.
On the eve of the contest, there was a get-together dinner, a contest of andas and a variety show.
Lapu-Lapu Mayor Paz Radaza. attended the events.
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