Chidimma Adetshina Crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 After Controversial Miss South Africa Exit [Photos + Video]

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In a stunning turn of events, 23-year-old law student Chidimma Adetshina has emerged as the winner of the Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant.

The grand finale took place on Saturday night at Eko Hotels & Suites in Lagos, where Adetshina, representing Taraba State, outshined 24 other contestants to claim the coveted title.

Adetshina’s journey to the crown was anything but conventional. Earlier this year, she was forced to withdraw from the Miss South Africa 2024 beauty pageant due to a xenophobic backlash over her Nigerian heritage.

The controversy surrounding her withdrawal made headlines, leading to an invitation from the Silverbird Group to compete in the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant.

Guy Murray-Bruce, President of the Silverbird Group and organizer of the competition, announced Adetshina as the winner, marking a triumphant comeback for the young beauty queen.

Her victory has been celebrated as a powerful statement against xenophobia and a testament to resilience in the face of adversity.

Adetshina's win has captivated the nation, setting the stage for her to represent Nigeria on the global stage at the Miss Universe pageant later this year.

See below:

I present to you Queen Chidimma Adetshina, Miss Universe Nigeria 2024. 🍾 🎊 pic.twitter.com/tb9qI2xi1Y

— Ben Murray-Bruce (@benmurraybruce) August 31, 2024

Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina being announced as the winner of Miss Universe Nigeria 2024. pic.twitter.com/QdJUseHE9y

— Africa Facts Zone (@AfricaFactsZone) August 31, 2024

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