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Chidimma Adetshina Denies ‘Pity Win,’ Defends Miss Universe Nigeria Victory
Chidimma Adetshina, the newly-crowned Miss Universe Nigeria, has addressed criticisms suggesting that her victory was based on sympathy rather than merit.
During an interview with Arise News on Friday, she firmly dismissed these claims, emphasizing that her hard work and dedication led to her success in the prestigious pageant.
Adetshina explained that while some might perceive her win as a “pity victory,” she does not share that sentiment.
She underscored the intense preparation and challenges she faced, which began even before the Nigerian competition.
“A lot of people felt like it was a pity win. I don’t think so,” she said. “I feel like I worked hard, especially considering my South African journey.
We spent nearly 10 weeks in camp, going through the entire process.”
Reflecting on her experience, Adetshina acknowledged that while her path may have been somewhat different from that of her fellow contestants, the effort and perseverance she put in were no less significant.
“It might have been a slight difference compared to everybody else, but if you look at the journey we’ve all been through, I feel like I had the same experience as the other contestants,” she added.
Her journey to the crown, however, has not been without its hurdles.
In August 2024, Adetshina withdrew from the Miss South Africa beauty pageant following allegations of fraud and identity theft, which were linked to her mother.
These allegations sparked a xenophobic backlash against her in South Africa, further complicating her participation in the competition.
Despite the controversy, Adetshina remained undeterred.
After facing rejection and hostility over her Nigerian heritage, she accepted an invitation to join the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant, a decision that eventually paved the way for her crowning victory.
Her resilience in the face of adversity and her ability to overcome personal challenges have been key factors in her success.
As she prepares for the next stage of her journey on the global stage, Adetshina continues to stand firm in her belief that her win was well-earned, not the result of external factors.
Nigerian singer Spyro speaks on his values, morals, and how he applies them to his work.
He shared that when shooting music videos, he does not tolerate certain things because they do not align with his beliefs.
“You can’t be in a video with me and you’re smoking. That can’t happen. You can’t be in a video with me and you’re naked. That won’t happen. I have rules and regulations for working with people.
“I can’t be on a song that is not clean, to start with. Shoday, give your life to Christ. I said, ‘Shoday, give your life to Christ.’ He said I should continue mine while he focuses on his. Even if he’s not with Christ, he’s coming to Christ. That’s why I’m in this industry. It’s a gradual process.”
Babcock University makes headlines as it speaks regarding content creator Carter Efe, who claimed that he studied at the school and graduated with a first-class degree.
When asked for proof, he shared a certificate that stated “First Class Upper.” However, the university has now spoken out, stating that the certificate is not from the school and is forged.
“Babcock University does not issue ‘Honorary Certificates’ in recognition of undergraduate academic performance. Academic excellence, including the award of First Class Honours, is formally recognized only through the University’s official degree certificate and academic transcript issued by the Office of the Registrar.”
“There is no academic classification or degree known to Babcock University as ‘First Class Upper.’ The recognized classification is First Class Honours.”
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Fans Excited as Lana Condor, Gavin Casalegno and More Feature in New Prime Video Movie
A movie trailer just dropped from Prime Video, and fans are excited as they spot their favourites in one cast: Lana Condor, Kathryn Newton and Nico Hiraga.
The movie looks thrilling as it starts with a group of friends having fun and planning to do something grand for their last adventure together.
Not knowing it might literally be their last, the teaser shows the friends entering a cave by swimming and becoming trapped as they realise there is a killer animal in the water.
What happens next and how they escape is up to them—and for us to anticipate when the movie premieres on July 29, 2026.
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