From Controversy to Opportunity: Miss SA Finalist Gets Miss Universe Nigeria Invite
In a dramatic turn of events that’s capturing attention across Africa’s beauty pageant scene, Chidimma Adetshina, who recently made headlines after withdrawing from Miss South Africa, has received an unexpected olive branch from Nigeria’s prestigious Silverbird Group.
The South African-Nigerian model, who faced a storm of xenophobic backlash after her Nigerian roots became public knowledge during the Miss South Africa competition, now has a chance to turn the unfortunate situation into a triumph. Guy Murray-Bruce, the National Director of Miss Universe and sibling to media mogul Ben Murray-Bruce, has officially extended an invitation for Adetshina to compete in Miss Universe Nigeria 2024.
“As a Nigerian by heritage, we would like to formally invite you to participate in the Miss Universe 2024’s beauty pageant,” Murray-Bruce stated in an official release. “This is an opportunity to represent your father’s native land on the international stage and we believe you would be an outstanding contender.”
The invitation comes as a welcome ray of hope following Adetshina’s difficult experience in South Africa, where her participation in the national pageant sparked controversy and drew criticism from various quarters, including government ministers. The escalating situation ultimately led to her withdrawal from the competition despite having secured a spot as a finalist.
While Adetshina has yet to respond to this new opportunity, the invitation represents more than just a chance to compete – it’s a powerful statement about embracing one’s roots and rising above adversity. The beauty queen’s next move is eagerly anticipated by pageant enthusiasts across both nations, as her decision could mark an inspiring new chapter in her modeling career.
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