Chidimma Adetshina, who recently withdrew from Miss South Africa due to eligibility controversy, has been invited to join the Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant. The invitation highlights her Nigerian heritage and offers her a platform to showcase her talent and represent Nigeria internationally.
On August 9, 2024, Miss Universe Nigeria extended a formal invitation to Chidimma Adetshina to compete in their 2024 pageant. Chidimma, a 23-year-old with Nigerian and Mozambican heritage born in Soweto, South Africa, recently withdrew from the Miss South Africa competition. Her departure followed controversy regarding her eligibility, fueled by social media debates and an investigation by the South African Department of Home Affairs over allegations involving her mother.
Facing scrutiny and concerns for her family's safety, Chidimma chose to step down from the Miss South Africa pageant, where she had secured a spot in the top 16. The Miss Universe Nigeria organizers expressed their support, highlighting Chidimma’s potential and encouraging her to represent Nigeria on an international platform. They emphasized the opportunity to showcase her talent and heritage, offering assistance throughout the process if she decides to accept the invitation.
The organizers believe Chidimma would be an excellent contender, celebrating the strength, intelligence, and diversity of Nigerian women. They invited her to take part in the Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant, aiming to provide her with a platform to continue her pageantry journey. With the Miss South Africa finale scheduled for August 10, 2024, in Pretoria, the move marks a new chapter for Chidimma's career.
