A Nigerian media figure and human rights advocate Verydarkman has joined the chorus of reactions from many Nigerians regarding Chidimma Adetshina’s victory at the 2024 Miss Universe Nigeria pageant.

It’s worth noting that Chidimma Adetshina made a dramatic entry into the competition after stepping back from her role in South Africa due to several xenophobic threats related to her ethnicity. She faced significant pressure that led her to withdraw from the Miss South Africa contest.

Seizing the chance to compete, she ultimately claimed the title, becoming the 2024 Miss Universe Nigeria.

As congratulations flooded in following her win, Verydarkman took to social media to criticize the situation, labeling it as a corrupt and trivial act.

He expressed that Chidimma Adetshina did not deserve the crown, arguing that her fellow contestants, who are native Nigerians, had been preparing for this moment for a long time.

In a viral video, Verydarkman claimed he anticipated that Nigerians would choose Chidimma Adetshina as Miss Universe Nigeria, driven by feelings of pity and sympathy. He also pointed out that many individuals have achieved significant success in Nigeria under similar circumstances.

His remarks sparked a wave of reactions from Nigerians, who shared their opinions on the matter.

“You people didn’t give her out of merit. You gave her out of pity”

VeryDarkMan reacts to the crowning of Chidimma Vanessa Onwe Adetshina as Miss Universe Nigeria. pic.twitter.com/B8VscFKVIM

— @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) September 1, 2024