Chidinma Adetshina, a Nigerian-South African model, has joined the Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant after withdrawing from Miss South Africa due to xenophobic backlash. Despite facing challenges, Adetshina will represent Taraba State in the competition, showcasing resilience and determination in her beauty pageant journey.
Chidinma Adetshina, a Nigerian-South African model, has accepted an invitation to participate in the Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant after withdrawing from the Miss South Africa competition due to xenophobic backlash.
Adetshina, who made it to the top 16 in the Miss South Africa pageant, stepped down citing concerns for her family's safety.
Her withdrawal followed claims by the South African Department of Home Affairs that her mother had illegally obtained South African citizenship.
Despite the controversy, Adetshina will now represent Taraba State at the Miss Universe Nigeria competition, set to take place on August 31 in Lagos. The move has sparked significant interest, as Adetshina shifts her focus to a different stage after facing challenges in South Africa.
Her participation in the Nigerian pageant highlights her resilience and determination to continue her journey in the world of beauty pageants despite the hurdles she has encountered.
