Chidimma Adetshina
- Date of birth: 8 January 2001 (also cited as May 4, 2001
- Place of birth: Soweto, South Africa
- Nationality: Nigerian-South African (Her South African identity papers were revoked in October 2024 following an investigation into her mother's origin)
- Main activity: Beauty pageant titleholder, model, law student
Chidimma Vanessa Onwe Adetshina is a Nigerian-South African beauty pageant titleholder. Born in Soweto, South Africa, she is known for winning Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 and achieving first runner-up at the Miss Universe 2024 pageant, the highest placement for Nigeria in the competition's history. She is a law student and has faced public scrutiny regarding her nationality.
Career
Chidimma Adetshina initially entered the Miss South Africa 2024 pageant, reaching the Top 16. However, she withdrew from the competition due to concerns for her safety and well-being following an investigation by the Department of Home Affairs into her mother's citizenship. Subsequently, she entered and won Miss Universe Nigeria 2024, representing Taraba State. She then competed in Miss Universe 2024, where she was crowned 1st Runner-Up and Miss Universe Africa and Oceania. She has stated her intention to retire from pageantry to focus on her education, runway modeling, and acting.
Children
Chidimma Adetshina has a one-year-old son, born out of wedlock.
Family
Chidimma Adetshina was born in Soweto, South Africa, to an Igbo Nigerian father and a Mozambican mother. She grew up in Cape Town, South Africa. Her mother is accused of allegedly committing identity fraud in South Africa.
Dating history
Chidimma Adetshina was reportedly married briefly to a businessman, Emeka Okafor (King Sefo), with whom she allegedly has a son. They divorced in February 2024, citing ideological differences. As of December 2024, she stated that she is not looking for a romantic relationship.
Awards (to date)
- Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 (Winner)
- Miss Universe 2024 (1st Runner-Up)
- Miss Universe Africa and Oceania (2024)
