The Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Chidimma Adetshina, who emerged as the 1st runner-up in the recently concluded Miss Universe contest. The Governor described Chidimma as the pride of the South East, highlighting her remarkable achievement on the global stage. His praise came after the Enugu-born beauty queen secured second place in the competition, narrowly losing to Miss Denmark, Victoria Kjaer Theilvig, who claimed the crown.
Chidimma's achievement at the Miss Universe pageant was not only a personal triumph but also a proud moment for her home country, Nigeria, and the South Eastern region. Apart from her impressive second-place finish, Chidimma was also awarded the title of Miss Universe Africa and Oceania, adding another layer of recognition to her stellar performance. This further solidified her standing as a global ambassador of beauty, poise, and intelligence.
Governor Mbah, in his congratulatory message to Chidimma, commended her for her unwavering commitment and resilience, particularly in the face of the fierce competition and challenges that come with such an international platform. He noted that despite the odds, Chidimma's journey to success in the pageant had inspired many and demonstrated the strength of the South East, as well as the broader Nigerian spirit.
In his message, Mbah wrote, “Congratulations to Miss Universe Nigeria and Enugu State Brand Ambassador, Chidimma Adetshina, our pride from Amurri, Nkanu West Local Government, on emerging as the 1st Runner-Up at the Miss Universe 2024 Pageant in Mexico. Chidimma’s incredible journey and outstanding performance have filled us with immense pride, reaffirming the resilience, brilliance, and determination that define Ndi Enugu.”
He further expressed, “Against all odds, she has made Enugu and Nigeria shine brightly on the world stage, and we cannot be prouder of her. On behalf of the government and good people of Enugu State, I say congratulations Chidimma – keep soaring to even greater heights! Let me also take this opportunity to thank Nigerians and the rest of the world, who rallied behind her and voted, to enable her achieve this feat.”
In a similar vein, Chairman and CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, also lauded Chidimma Adetshina for her impressive finish in the Miss Universe contest. Dabiri-Erewa, in a statement issued by her media aide, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, emphasized that Chidimma’s accomplishment was a well-deserved reward for her tenacity, hard work, and determination, highlighting her ability to overcome significant obstacles to reach such a prestigious position in the pageant.
Dabiri-Erewa expressed her pride in Chidimma's resilience and praised her focus throughout the competition. She acknowledged that despite facing many challenges, Chidimma maintained a clear vision and stayed committed to her goals, ultimately achieving a top spot in the global contest. She also celebrated Chidimma’s spirit, calling it a reflection of the Nigerian ethos. In her statement, Dabiri-Erewa urged Nigerians to take inspiration from Chidimma’s success and embrace the pride and dignity that comes with representing their country on the world stage, saying, “She is brilliant, focused and determined. I urge Nigerians to emulate the spirit of Nigerianess in Chidimma by being proud of the country and not run it down under whatever guise.”
