Chidimma Adetshina, a Nigerian-South African model, has joined the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant, representing Taraba State. After withdrawing from Miss South Africa due to xenophobic threats, Adetshina accepted the invitation to compete in Nigeria. Born to a Nigerian father and a Mozambican mother, she is now aiming for the Miss Universe Nigeria crown.
Chidimma Adetshina, a model with Nigerian and South African roots, has been announced as a participant in the Miss Universe Nigeria beauty pageant. Adetshina, who was born in Soweto in 2001 to a Nigerian father and a Mozambican mother, previously competed in the Miss South Africa pageant, making it to the top 11 finalists. However, she was forced to withdraw due to xenophobic threats that raised concerns about her safety.
Following her withdrawal from the Miss South Africa competition, Adetshina accepted an invitation to represent Taraba State in Miss Universe Nigeria. The organizers officially announced her participation on Friday, introducing her as contestant number 25. They have also encouraged supporters to vote for her in the upcoming competition.
Adetshina’s decision to participate in the Nigerian pageant comes after facing challenges in South Africa, where her citizenship was questioned, leading to her exit from the contest. Now, with her eyes set on the Miss Universe Nigeria crown, Adetshina aims to represent her state and her diverse heritage on a national stage.
The organizers of Miss Universe Nigeria have expressed their excitement over her participation and are rallying public support to help her secure the title. This marks a significant chapter in Adetshina’s pageant career, as she transitions from the South African stage to Nigeria, where she hopes to find a more supportive environment.
