Chidimma Adetshina of Nigeria has made a historic milestone by emerging as the first runner-up at the Miss Universe 2024 pageant.

The grand event took place at the Arena CDMX in Mexico City, where Denmark?s Victoria Kjaer Theilvig was crowned Miss Universe, succeeding Nicaragua?s Sheynnis Palacios, the 2023 titleholder.

Adetshina?s journey began as one of the top 30 contestants, where her grace, intelligence, and stage presence left a lasting impression on the judges and audience.

Advancing steadily through the rounds, she secured her spot in the top five before finishing as the first runner-up.

Her participation came amidst earlier headlines when she withdrew from the Miss South Africa 2024 pageant following controversy surrounding her ties to the country.

Adetshina?s remarkable performance at Miss Universe underscores her resilience and ability to shine on the global stage, earning her a place in history as a symbol of beauty and strength.

However, below are eight things to know about Chidimma Adetshina:

1. Chidimma was born in Soweto, South Africa.

2. He father is a Nigerian from Enugu State, while her mother is a Mozambican.

3. Adetshina entered Miss South Africa 2024 but was unable to participate in the contest due to fraud and identity theft linked to her mother?s 2001 South African citizenship.

4. After withdrawing from Miss South Africa, she was invited to participate in the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant.

5. She won the Miss Universe Nigeria pageantry title on 30 August and earned the right to represent Nigeria at Miss Universe 2024.

6. At the 73rd Miss Universe pageant held in Mexico City, Chidimma secured the position of first runner-up.

7. Chidimma is the first Nigerian and West African to reach the level of first runner-up in the Miss Universe pageant competition.

8. Chidimma was also crowned Miss Universe Africa and Oceania. (The Nation)

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