Chidinma Adetshina, the representative of Nigeria, placed first runner-up in the 73rd Miss Universe pageant, which took place in Mexico.
Nigeria and Denmark engaged in an exciting face-off in the closing seconds of the famous event held at the Arena CDMX in Mexico City, Mexico, which was announced early Sunday morning. The two women Victoria Kjaer Theilvig and Chidinma Adetshina were in a position to win the title.
The competition, described as one of the most thrilling in recent years, celebrated the talents, intelligence, and elegance of women from around the globe.
In a post via Instagram, the organisers said, “The final two! Nigeria and Denmark, two incredible women, one unforgettable moment.”
Miss Denmark, Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, ultimately won the crown taking over from Miss Universe 2023, Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua.
Meanwhile, Adetshina’s exceptional performance and grace earned her widespread admiration from judges and audiences alike.
Earlier, Chidinma Adetshina official withdrawal from the Miss South Africa 2024 contest, which she had advanced to the final stage of, caused controversy a few months ago.
She made the decision in response to worries expressed by some South Africans who questioned her nationality.
Nevertheless, Chidinma Adetshina went on to represent Taraba State and win the title of Miss Universe Nigeria.
This is not the first time a Nigerian has achieved this feat.
On November 16, 2001, Nigeria’s Agbani Darego became the first Black African to win the coveted Miss World title at the age of 18.
As a result of her success, “Agbani” became a phrase linked to slender beauty in Nigeria, where many women looked up to her appearance.
Agbani’s victory, as the first Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria to win Miss World, was a huge moment for the continent and sent shockwaves through Nigeria.
