'I am still proudly South African': Chidimma on her Nigerian crown chase

While competing for Miss Universe Nigeria, former Miss South Africa finalist Chidimma Adetshina says she is still proudly South African as she fights for her diverse identity to be embraced. Adetshina received a heartwarming welcome upon her arrival in Nigeria on Wednesday. The reception included flowers and balloons with messages such as “You are greatly loved” and “Welcome to the giant of Africa”.  She wore à La Jaqueta suit from the Pastel Power Collection similar to those worn by the top five contestants for Miss South Africa earlier this month. In an interview with Rhythm 93.7FM Nigeria, she said she was excited to be in the country.

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[imanathimlunguzi]

The first South African woman to enter miss Nigeria and with South African touch it is possible for her to win.

[Miss_Spark]

Poor Chichi being used as a click bait. Her presence brings numbers, numbers all these platform didn't have. I really hope she wins and represent her rightful country

[nhlakamolefe]

As South Afrocans we have closed this matter. If she was proudly South African she'd had a SAn flag in all her bios. Instead shes has only 🇳🇬 & 🇲🇿. Fair enough.

Her parents would've also given her at least one South African name.

[walterlebzax]

She's half Nigerian and Half Mozambiqan. Why is she not saying anything about Mozambique? 🤷🏿‍♀️

[sagareekannipan]

So sorry for what you have gone through, beautiful, smart woman. No one should have to face discrimination based on who they are. I really hope that you win this beauty pageant and take the platform at Miss Universe. All the best!

[ricmabena]

My heart is with the true South African whose voice is placed last and everything is made about this girl and her wanting to be South African so bad. When will we see the lady affected or even know her name….we are tired of the theatrics

[blackmagic]

Nigeria loves Chidimma. She is one of our own. Our African Kween.

[Onelove-Oneheart-hc]

What about Mozambique ? You did not include them

[alexanderntephea]

Chidima you are Stunning & intelligent Girl.... proud of you Black Child!

[GK_]

Nare batho ba ba gafa mara? You were not sidelined because of your 'diversity', you were excluded because of crime - identity theft! Batho ba modimo! Anyone can be a victim these days.

[biggiebig]

Wow now that she's in naiga she looks more Nigerian than our beautiful girls here at home

[anamiguel]

She is extremely beautiful ❤❤❤proud of this beautiful Black Woman ❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[khayadongo]

Shine Chidimma shine, long live unity in diversity long live.

[HappyAutumnTrees-dgop]

Why is she saying she is proudly South African, when SA has said it clearly that she is not. Is she not proudly Nigerian?

[thewarrenstv]

Half nigerian, half Mozambican. African queen !

[mandlaherosomhlaba]

You must also raise awareness on identity theft, human trafficking and selling drugs.

[Riatheone]

She won't claim Mozambique she is an opportunist, she must just get The name South Africa out of her lips

[Thabo_Modisakeng]

She doesn't love her mother this one😢

[givenchobe]

Chidimma whatever happened, is for a good reason 4 u. In fact what is going to come out of this is bigger than being South African. GOD will be with u all the way, this is a beginning of a very successful amazing journey 4 u. Enjoy the successful journey Chidimma.

[thabimas]

She grew up in South Africa and we groomed her into the young woman she is, being South African is all she’ s experience life she knows. So we can give her that please, the girl is and will always be part of us, she knows our culture better than a Nigerian or Mozambique so let’s give her that please. All the best darling, don’t waste the stage SA set you on. We are going to support you because you also ours and deserve to succeed. Much love ❤