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Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina From Nigeria has achieved a historic milestone by finishing as the first runner-up at the 73rd Miss Universe competition held in Mexico City.
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This remarkable feat marks a significant achievement for Nigeria on the global pageant stage.
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The grand finale, hosted at the iconic Arena CDMX early Sunday morning, featured an electrifying showdown between Adetshina and Denmark’s Victoria Kjaer Theilvig. After a nail-biting wait, Theilvig was crowned Miss Universe 2024, succeeding Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua, who held the title in 2023.
Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina From Nigeria
In an interview shared by the Miss Universe Nigeria organization on X.com, Adetshina expressed her excitement and pride. “I’m so excited. I don’t have words to describe what I’m feeling right now, but I’m so proud of myself, and I just made history!” she said.
Overcoming Challenges on the Road to Miss Universe
Adetshina’s journey to the Miss Universe stage was as inspiring as her performance. Earlier this year, she faced controversy when she withdrew from the Miss South Africa 2024 competition despite advancing to the final stage. The decision, influenced by debates about her nationality, could have derailed her dreams, but Adetshina refused to let the setback define her.
Shortly after, she competed in Miss Universe Nigeria, representing Taraba State. Her determination and charisma shone through, and she emerged victorious, earning the opportunity to represent Nigeria on the global stage.
A Night to Remember
Competing against 126 contestants from across the globe, including representatives from 18 African nations, Adetshina’s exceptional grace and poise captivated both the judges and the audience. Her stellar performance solidified her position as a trailblazer for Nigeria, sparking widespread admiration and celebration at home and abroad.
