Chidimma Adetshina has taken the spotlight after being crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 on Saturday, August 31st, and let me tell you—X (formerly Twitter) is buzzing! The 23-year-old beauty, who proudly represented Taraba state, triumphed over 24 other contestants in a dazzling competition that showcased talent, grace, and the fierce spirit of Nigerian women.
Now, as we celebrate Adetshina’s incredible win, a little drama has surfaced. Social media took a wild turn when user @destinyzee pointed out that a surprisingly similar crown to Adetshina’s glittering headpiece was spotted on Temu—a popular online marketplace. Yep, the crown believed to be almost identical to the one worn by our new queen is going for R76, which flips to about ₦6,786 in Nigerian currency.
It’s no surprise that people are talking about it! Many are scratching their heads and whispering about whether this stunning crown was indeed ordered online or if it’s just a case of “great minds think alike.” The pic of the price tag isn’t helping to quiet the rumors. After all, the idea of a pageant crown being conveniently available for purchase raises quite a few eyebrows.
Despite the crown controversy, there’s so much to celebrate about Adetshina’s victory. Former Senator Ben Murray Bruce, who heads the Silverbird group (organizers of the Miss Universe Nigeria event), emphasized the importance of this platform for Nigerian women. He stated, “No Nigerian woman anywhere on earth who wants the platform to be successful, to get a fighting chance, that woman, that Nigerian, will never be denied that opportunity.” Talk about empowering words!
Now, with her crown firmly in place, Adetshina is gearing up for her next big challenge—she’ll represent Nigeria at the Miss Universe pageant in Mexico this November. Excitement and anticipation are in the air, and it’s safe to say that she’s going to make waves on that international stage!
So here’s to Chidimma Adetshina—a queen who’s not only aimed for the crown but also dreams of making a difference. Whether her crown comes from Temu or not, one thing’s for sure: she’s seriously got the charisma and grace to shine, and we can’t wait to see what she does next!
