Chidimma Adetshina Opens Up About Her Experience In S.Africa After Being Crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024

Beauty queen Chidimma Adetshina has finally opened up on what she went through in South Africa. On only her second visit to Nigeria, Chidimma won that country’s Miss Universe beauty pageant 2024 last week.

Ms. Adetshina was crowned on Saturday in Lagos, Nigeria’s largest city. This is just weeks after she was forced to withdraw from the Miss Universe pageant in South Africa, the country of her birth.

This was when public scrutiny of her Nigerian heritage triggered a national debate about nationality, immigration and ultimately xenophobia.

Ms. Adetshina said on her social media account;

“I think I really do embody the spirit of perseverance and resilience,” . This was after her victory, a sash draped on her shoulder, a crown glittering on her head.

Later, in an interview with the BBC’s Nigerian Pidgin outlet, her composure collapsed when she was asked about her experiences. She said she faced a lot of hatred on social media from South Africans. Her family also received threats from different people.

Chidimma said she was warned that if she doesn’t withdraw something bad will happen to her and the family. Having come from Nigeria, she and her family packed their bags and moved back to their home country. She was received with open hands and even given a crown.

According to Chidimma Adetshina, the only advice she gave to young people is not to give up on their dreams. Once one door closes another one usually opens up.

“I have been through so much and here I am. The message I would give to people watching is don’t give up on your dreams,” says the 23-year-old.

The dual national will now go on to represent Nigeria in Mexico for the Miss Universe International competition in November. This is, therefore, marking the beginning of a new era for the beauty queen.

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