Former Miss SA finalist Chidimma Adetshina has arrived Lagos for the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant.
The Miss Universe Nigeria contestant had to withdraw from Miss South Africa due to a nationality dispute and she landed in Lagos from Cape Town on Wednesday, August 21, as she said the last time she was in Nigeria was 20 years ago.
The 23-year-old model, who will be representing Taraba state, expressed her excitement over her return to Nigeria. While speaking to the press, Chidimma said she plans to explore the country during her stay and is thrilled to be part of her joyful introduction to it.
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Aside from modelling, Chidimma revealed she is a law student and will be looking forward to furthering her education after the pageant. Chidinma will now be competing in Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 on August 31.
Recall that Chidimma Adetshina was a finalist of the Miss South Africa 2024 beauty pageant before she was forced to withdraw. Social media attacks targeted her Nigerian heritage despite her being born in South Africa and meeting all competition requirements.
Adetshina eventually announced her withdrawal from the competition citing safety and the well-being of herself and that of her family members.
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