Nigeria’s beauty queen and the first runner-up at Miss Universe 2024, Chidimma Adetshina, has opened up about her journey to the top and the mental health challenges she faced along the way.
In addition to her first runner-up position, Chidimma also achieved the title of Miss Africa and Oceania, cementing her place in the annals of global beauty history.
In an exclusive interview with BBC, Chidimma reflected on her unexpected rise to the top of the pageant world.
Despite her international acclaim, the beauty queen confessed that she never dreamed of reaching the top two.
She explained “I had already made peace with being in the top 30. That alone felt like a victory to me,” her humility and perseverance resonated with many.
Chidimma went on to reveal that not many people understand the emotional and mental challenges she faced throughout the competition.
She candidly opened up on the toll the experience took on her well-being, explaining that she is still struggling mentally and is considering therapy to process her experiences.
Despite these obstacles, Chidimma’s accomplishments have inspired countless fans, reinforcing her status as a role model and a beacon of resilience.
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