Miss Universe
19 Nov
First runner-up at the 73rd Miss Universe Competition, Chidimma Adetshina, has returned to Nigeria amid jubilation and fanfare. Adetshina, who clinched the coveted position on Sunday, November 17, in Mexico City, received a rousing welcome upon her arrival. A viral video capturing the moment shows fans chanting Thanksgiving songs in various dialects as they celebrate…
18 Nov
Miss Universe is an annual global beauty pageant that has been held since 1952. Organised by a Thailand- and Mexico-based organisation, the competition celebrates beauty, intelligence, and advocacy. Over the years, many nations have proudly claimed the crown, but some have dominated the stage more than others. The top four countries with the most Miss…
18 Nov
Tensions yesterday flared again between South Africans and Nigerians on social media after Chidimma Onwe Adetshina clinched the first runner-up spot at the 73rd Miss Universe pageant in Mexico City.
17 Nov
Rather than the Miss Universe crown being beyond Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina, she went ahead to become a contestant beyond the limitations
16 Nov
The stage is set, and the world’s most glamorous competition, Miss Universe, has begun its 73rd edition in Mexico City. This year, 128 contestants from countries like Nigeria, Angola, Egypt, Namibia, Zimbabwe, and more are vying for the ultimate crown. The event promises to be a spectacle, featuring challenges like personal statements, evening gown showcases,…
15 Nov
South Africa's representative in the Miss Universe 2024 pageant, Mia Le Roux, has withdrawn from the competition days before the grand finale. “With deep regret, we share the news that Mia Le Roux, Miss South Africa 2024, has withdrawn from the Miss Universe competition due to health concerns,” Miss South Africa Organisation said in a…
9 Nov
Chidimma Adetshina’s path to the Miss Universe stage has been paved with moments of rejection and triumph. From facing xenophobic backlash in South Africa to embracing her heritage as Miss Universe Nigeria, she has learned to turn adversity into strength, while redefining what it means to be a global beauty ambassador. Chidimma Adetshina’s journey to…
6 Nov
Miss Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, is dazzling the world as she prepares to conquer the Miss Universe stage. On October 6, 2024, the beauty queen penned an inspiring message on her Instagram handle. She wrote: “Radiating elegance at dinner, surrounded by beautiful memories and purpose-filled women who inspire me every day. Moments like these remind me…
9 Aug
The organisers of the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant have formally invited Chidimma Adetshina to participate in their 2024 competition. Chidimma’s withdrawal from Miss South Aftrica pageant This invitation comes after Adetshina's withdrawal from the Miss South Africa pageant. It was prompted by immense backlash over questions surrounding her nationality. The 23-year-old law student from Soweto,…
3 Apr
The Miss Universe Organization has denied recent reports suggesting that Saudi Arabia's Alqahtani will make a historic participation in the beauty pageant. Rumy Alqahtani a Saudi Arabian beauty queen had announced that she will be representing the Asian country in its first ever Miss Universe pageant. “I am honoured to participate in the Miss Universe 2024…
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