Chidimma Adetshina made history as the first runner-up at Miss Universe 2024, marking Nigeria’s closest achievement since Agbani Darego’s success. Nigerians have celebrated her as a beacon of resilience and hope, with her journey inspiring many across Africa.
Nigerians across social media are buzzing with excitement and pride following Chidimma Adetshina’s remarkable achievement as the first runner-up at Miss Universe 2024. Her historic placement, after competing against 130 delegates from around the world, has sparked a wave of celebration, with many lauding her resilience and strength.
Her achievement has drawn comparisons to Agbani Darego, the last Nigerian contestant to make a significant impact at Miss Universe. Agbani placed 10th years ago and later went on to win Miss World in 2001. Many are now drawing a parallel between their journeys, as Chidimma came incredibly close to winning the Miss Universe title, with many noting that this is the closest Nigeria has come to the crown since Agbani’s time.
Chidimma’s success has made history in multiple ways. She is the first Miss Universe Nigeria to reach the finale and the first to make it to the semi-finals since Agbani Darego in 2001. Nigerians are calling this a historic moment, with some emphasizing how remarkable it is that she made it to second place among such fierce competition.
