The Miss Universe Nigeria pageant has officially extended an invitation to Chidimma Adetshina, inviting her to participate in the upcoming Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 competition. Chidimma, who was a finalist in the 2024 Miss South Africa beauty pageant, recently withdrew from the competition following a controversy over her nationality which sparked national debate and led to a government investigation.
Born in South Africa to a Nigerian father (Igbo), Chidimma, now a naturalised South African, faced criticism from South Africans.
On August 8th, Chidimma announced her decision to step down from the Miss South Africa pageant, citing concerns for her family’s safety.
“Being part of the Miss South Africa 2024 competition has been an amazing journey; however, after much careful consideration, I have made the difficult decision to withdraw myself from the competition for the safety and well-being of my family and me. With the support of the Miss South Africa Organisation, I leave with a heart full of gratitude for this amazing experience,” she wrote on Instagram.
In response, Miss Universe Nigeria reached out to Chidimma via Instagram, acknowledging the challenges she faced and offering their support.
“We at Miss Universe Nigeria have been closely following the developments regarding your decision to bow out of the Miss South Africa beauty pageant. We acknowledge the circumstances surrounding your withdrawal and understand the challenges you may be facing. In light of these events, we want to extend our support and encouragement,” the message read.
Miss Universe Nigeria went on to express their belief that Chidimma’s journey in the world of pageantry is far from being over, inviting her to represent Nigeria in the Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant. “As a Nigerian by heritage, we would like to formally invite you to participate in the Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant. This is an opportunity to represent your father’s native land on an international stage, and we believe you would be an outstanding contender,” the invitation continued.
The organisation emphasised that the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant celebrates the strength, intelligence, and diversity of Nigerian women, and they encouraged Chidimma to consider this opportunity.
Read Miss Universe Nigeria invitation letter below:
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