Chidimma Adetshina, Nigeria’s representative at the 73rd Miss Universe competition,2024, has finished as the first runner-up at the Competition held on Sunday morning in Mexico City.
During the final moments of the prestigious event at Arena CDMX, an exciting showdown unfolded between Adetshina and Miss Denmark, Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, as the two women competed for the coveted crown.
In the end, Miss Denmark, Victoria Theilvig, claimed the title, succeeding Miss Universe 2023, Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua.
In a post via Instagram, the organisers said, “The final two! Nigeria and Denmark, two incredible women, one unforgettable moment.”
The beauty queen recalled how Nigerians supported her during her lowest, and how Africa as a continent taught her the power of unity in the pursuit of success.
She wrote, “To Nigeria: THANK YOU is not enough for all the support you’ve shown. You picked me up when I was at my lowest. I’ve never opened up much but I was ready to give up on my life but you became my strength. On days I never wanted to fight you gave me the strength to fight. I’m so grateful for each and everyone for walking this journey with me.
She also addressed the African continent, saying, “To Africa: thank you for showing your love and support. As much as I represent Nigeria, Africa fought for me. My voice, my story touched many and brought us together. This journey has taught me the power of Unity. I want us to live in a society where we can all accept and celebrate one another.”
Chidimma Adetshina concluded by emphasising that this moment marks the beginning of her journey, not its end.