Surrounded by the warm glow of celebration, beauty queen and law student Chidimma Adetsina marked her 25th birthday on January 8, 2026, not just as a personal milestone but as a triumphant moment for a nation that proudly calls her daughter.
The festivities, which she fondly recalled on January 13, were a vibrant testament to a year where she gracefully carried the hopes of Africa on the global stage and returned, victorious, to her roots.
In a heartfelt post, Adetsina shared her gratitude: “Thank you for all the birthday wishes 🥹🎂🥂 @_theone_cpt thank you for making my birthday memorable.”
View this post on Instagram
The celebratory image captured the essence of the moment: a radiant Adetshina, resplendent in a gold off-the-shoulder dress and pearls, holding a white cake, her bright smile a symbol of joy earned and shared.
This joy is deeply intertwined with a legacy of historic achievement. In 2024, Adetsina revolutionised Nigeria’s place in global beauty pageantry. By being crowned Miss Universe Africa and Oceania and securing the historic position of 1st Runner-Up at Miss Universe, she shattered a 23-year record for Nigeria, achieving the country’s highest placement since 2001. On that illustrious stage, she became a living emblem of African elegance, intelligence, and unity, representing the “Giant of Africa” with a poise that commanded worldwide admiration.
Her journey, however, transcends the glitter of the crown. Having completed her transformative reign as Miss Universe Nigeria, Adetsina has returned home with a clear vision. She is actively exploring new frontiers in Nigeria’s entertainment and modelling industry, with a keen interest in the 2026 edition of Big Brother Naija. All the while, she remains dedicated to her law studies, embodying the modern African woman who masters multiple domains—beauty, intellect, and advocacy—with equal passion.
As she steps into this new chapter at 25, Adetsina stands honoured not just for the titles she has won, but for the doors she has opened, the pride she has restored, and the powerful, graceful image of Nigeria she has cemented before the world.
The nation celebrates with her, thanking her for being a flawless ambassador and a brilliant promise of the greatness within.
Happy birthday to our Naija queen.
