Miss Universe Nigeria Chidimma Adetshina Ignores SA Legal Case, Jets Off to Mexico for Miss Universe

Miss Universe Nigeria Chidimma Adetshina Ignores SA Legal Case, Jets Off to Mexico for Miss Universe

  • Miss Universe Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, remains undeterred by South Africa's Home Affairs Department's decision to cancel her identity documents amid plans for criminal prosecution
  • Heading to Mexico for Miss Universe, Adetshina encouraged fans on Instagram, sharing her excitement and a striking outfit honouring Nigeria's flag
  • Fans across social media rallied in support, praising her style and confidence as she represents Africa on the global stage

Miss Universe Nigeria Chidimma Adetshina is unfazed by the recent announcement by the Home Affairs department about withdrawing her South African identity documents.

Chidimma Adetshina off to Miss Universe in Mexico
Miss Universe Nigeria Chidimma Adetshina recently left for Miss Universe in Mexico. Image: Benson Ibeabuchi / AFP
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Chidimma Adetshina off to Mexico for Miss Universe

Chidimma Adetshina is ready to represent her country at the Miss Universe competition in Mexico. The controversial model recently made news in SA following the announcement that the Home Affairs Department had cancelled her and her mother's identity documents and that they were to be criminally prosecuted.

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Taking to her Instagram page, the stunning model shared pictures oozing elegance in an outfit that paid homage to Nigeria's green and white flag. She urged fans to support her as she embarks on the journey. Part of the post read:

"As I catch the next flight to Mexico, I am overwhelmed by the love and support I have received on this journey.
"Dear Tribe, continue to support me on this journey as we together uphold this cause."

Fans rally behind Chidimma Adetshina

Social media users rallied behind Miss Universe Nigeria and wished her well in the Miss Universe competition. Many couldn't get enough of her stylish look.

@iamchigolden said:

"Our Own Queen👸😁🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬"

@triciakapend commented:

I’m so proud of you Chi. May our Lord Jesus Christ carry you, strengthen you, and refine you throughout your journey. Don’t forget Him. Keep your head up, you’re a true treasure! Love💚.

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@tamel2bigtime wrote:

"She’s ready!! Didn't came to play!!!!!!!!! 👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️"

@trevvarsie added:

"OMG, yasssss, this is giving me lifeeeee ❤️"

@lonayuyada noted:

"A South Sudanese fan in full support of this African queen 😍"

Chidimma Adetshina denies running away from South Africa

In more entertainment news, Briefly News reported that Miss Universe Nigeria Chidimma Adetshina recently addressed the debate about her identity. The model, who has been conducting interviews since winning the crown in Nigeria, debunked the idea of stealing anyone's identity.

Chidimma Adetshina, affectionately known as Chichi, has not had an easy journey to the top. The model, who pulled out from the Miss SA pageant after facing massive backlash, opened up about the identity theft allegations.

Source: Briefly News

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Privie Kandi (Entertainment Editor) Privilege Kandi is an entertainment news editor (joined Briefly in 2022). A Journalism and Mass Communication graduate from the Christian College of Southern Africa (2016), she has been in the arts and entertainment industry for six years. Privie has worked for the Zimbabwe International Film and Festival Trust as a communications officer and a writer and TV producer for lifestyle and entertainment channel CME TV. She passed a set of trainings by Google News Initiative. You can reach her at privie.kandi@briefly.co.za.