has been crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024, triumphing over 24 other contestants in a grand finale held at Eko Hotel and Suites on Saturday night.
Representing Taraba State, the 25-year-old beauty queen secured the prestigious title after a fiercely contested pageant that showcased the diverse beauty and talent of Nigerian women.
Adetshina’s victory comes after a whirlwind journey that began with her controversial withdrawal from the Miss South Africa pageant earlier this year.
The controversy, sparked by questions over her Nigerian heritage, made headlines and ultimately led to her decision to return home and compete in the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant.
Despite the challenges, she emerged as a fan favourite, consistently leading in the public vote and impressing the judges with her poise, intelligence, and grace.
The grand finale was a night of glitz and glamour, with the contestants displaying stunning costumes, exceptional talents, and impressive catwalks.
The event attracted celebrities, dignitaries, and pageant enthusiasts from across the country, all eager to witness the crowning of Nigeria’s next representative on the global stage.
Adetshina’s victory was the culmination of weeks of rigorous preparation and competition.
Throughout the pageant, she captivated audiences with her confidence and charisma, earning her a spot among the top contenders.
Her final triumph was sealed by the judges, who recognised her as the embodiment of the qualities needed to represent Nigeria at the Miss Universe 2024 pageant in Mexico later this year.
Adetshina now takes over the crown from Hannah Iribhogbe, last year’s winner, and will continue the legacy of showcasing Nigerian beauty and excellence on the international stage.
The competition was fierce, with several contestants also earning accolades for their outstanding performances.
Miss Anambra was named the first runner-up, earning the title of Miss Supranational, while Miss Ondo secured the position of second runner-up, becoming Miss Lush.
These titles come with their own responsibilities and opportunities, as the winners will also have the chance to represent Nigeria in other international beauty contests.
Miss Rivers and Miss Kwara received special awards for their contributions to the pageant.
Miss Oyo was honoured with the Top Model Award, recognising her exceptional runway skills and presence.
Miss Imo’s creativity shone through as she won the Best Costume of the night, while Miss Abuja impressed the judges with her talents, earning the Best Talent Award.
The top ten contestants included representatives from Kwara, Edo, Taraba, Anambra, Ogun, Plateau, Lagos, Rivers, Ekiti, and Ondo, highlighting the widespread talent across the country.
Adetshina’s journey to the crown has been anything but ordinary. Earlier this year, she made headlines when she withdrew from the Miss South Africa pageant amid a storm of controversy.
The South African Home Office had raised allegations of fraud and identity theft involving her mother, leading to widespread criticism and her eventual decision to step back from the competition.
However, Adetshina’s determination to continue her pageantry career led her to accept an invitation to join the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant.
Upon returning to Nigeria, she expressed her joy at being back in her homeland and her excitement about the opportunity to represent Nigeria on the global stage.
In an interview with Cool FM Nigeria, Adetshina shared her thoughts on her journey and her decision to remain in Nigeria.
“It’s been amazing. I’m not even looking forward to going back to South Africa. I just want to explore more.
“I want to stay longer and see what happens next,” she said, expressing her enthusiasm for the future and her pride in representing her father’s land.
