After the Miss Universe 2024 competitors got here to a detailed final evening, the primary runner-up Miss Nigeria Chidimma Adetshina shared a heartfelt message of gratitude and unity. Adetshina, who positioned second after Miss Denmark Victoria Kjaer Theilvig and forward of Miss Mexico Maria Fernanda Beltran, mirrored on her expertise in a word posted to Instagram.
“Historical past has been made for Nigeria,” Adetshina wrote alongside a crown emoji. “To Nigeria: Thanks shouldn’t be sufficient for all of the assist you’ve proven. You picked me up once I was at my lowest. I’ve by no means opened up a lot however I used to be prepared to surrender on my life and also you turned my energy. On days I by no means needed to struggle you gave me the energy to struggle. I’m so grateful for every and everybody for strolling this journey with me.”
(L-R): Miss Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina and Miss Denmark, Victoria Kjær Theilvig, anticipate the winner to be introduced in The 73rd Miss Universe Competitors – present at Enviornment Ciudad de Mexico on November 16, 2024 in Mexico Metropolis, Mexico.
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Adetshina acknowledged the extra assist she obtained, writing, “To Africa: Thanks for displaying your love and assist. As a lot as I characterize Nigeria, Africa fought for me. My voice, my story touched many and introduced us collectively.”
“This journey has taught me the ability of unity,” Adetshina added. “I need us to reside in a society the place we will all settle for and have fun each other.”
She concluded by saying, “This isn’t the tip however the starting of my journey.”
Miss Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, par in The 73rd Miss Universe Competitors – present at Enviornment Ciudad de Mexico on November 16, 2024 in Mexico Metropolis, Mexico
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Adetshina made historical past as the primary delegate from her nation to position among the many prime 5 finalists.
Denmark’s Victoria Kjaer Theilvig was topped with a South Sea pearl tiara by Jewelmer, whereas the primary and second runners-up had been Nigeria’s Chidimma Adetshina and Maria Fernanda Beltran of Mexico, respectively. Hosted by Mario Lopez and former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo, the pageant featured a efficiency from Robin Thicke. Sponsors for the 2024 competitors included Bulova and Pandora. The competitors held a preliminary spherical of 30 contestants on Nov. 14 earlier than airing the highest 12 finalists on Saturday.
Under, check out a few of Adetshina’s moments from the Miss Universe 2024 competitors.
Night Robe
Miss Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, walks on stage in The 73rd Miss Universe Competitors – present at Enviornment Ciudad de Mexico on November 16, 2024 in Mexico Metropolis, Mexico.
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Opening Quantity
Miss Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, walks on stage in The 73rd Miss Universe Competitors – present at Enviornment Ciudad de Mexico on November 16, 2024 in Mexico Metropolis, Mexico.
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Swimsuit
Miss Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, competes within the swimsuit part of the 73rd version of the Miss Universe pageant in Mexico Metropolis on November 16, 2024.
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