The first runner-up at the just concluded Miss Universe pageant, Chidimma Adetshina, has revealed her plans to quit pageantry.

Adetshina disclosed this during an interview with BBC Pidgin, stating that she wants a break from pageantry to concentrate on her education and burgeoning careers in modeling and acting.

“I want to put pageantry aside for now and focus more on my education and establishing who Chidimma is,” she said.

“I want to delve more into runway modeling, acting, and explore many other areas. There are so many things I would like to try and see where my potential can take me.”

Adetshina’s journey to the Miss Universe stage was not without challenges.

Born to a Nigerian father and Mozambican mother, she faced backlash over her nationality during her participation in the Miss South Africa pageant, ultimately leading to her withdrawal.

Chidimma Adetshina is yet to share details surrounding the controversy but assured supporters she would immediately the situation is fully understood.

“Once I get everything sorted out, I will definitely open up and give people clarity on the matter.”