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The South African
09-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Chidimma snubs Miss Universe Nigeria, reveals she's in SA
Drama is reportedly brewing between Chidimma Adetshina and the organisers of Miss Universe Nigeria after she unfollowed the pageant on Instagram. The reigning queen – who was also crowned Miss Universe runner-up – revealed that she will not attend the grand finale later this month. She is expected to hand over her crown to the incoming queen. Chidimma courted controversy after the South African Department of Home Affairs confirmed that her Malawian mother had committed identity fraud when registering her birth in the country. Both women's passports and identity documents have been reportedly seized. According to various social media users, Chidimma Adetshina has severed her ties with the organisers of the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant. This was reportedly after she was snubbed from an upcoming event. According to pageant insiders, Chidimma sided with contestant Nyekachi Douglas, who revealed that she was asked to withdraw over new eligibility rules. Speaking out against the organisation, Chidimma – the reigning Miss Universe Nigeria – commented: 'I STAND WITH YOU! You deserve every opportunity to compete…. TELL YOUR STORY'. Responding to her TikTok followers, Chidimma confirmed that she would not be attending the pageant finale, which takes place on 31 August at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos. @amusestan Chidimma Adetshina @chichivanessa, Miss Universe @missuniverse 2024's first runner-up, has announced she will not attend the Miss Universe Nigeria 2025 finale to crown her successor, suggesting a tense relationshiop with the organization after unfollowing its official page. Chidimma was recently excluded from the organization's 'Global Stars' party. Fellow beauty queen Nyekachi Douglas @nyeka_d, who was denied entry into the Miss Universe Nigeria 2025, voiced her support for Chidimma, criticizing the treatment of former titleholders. Chidimma's absence at the finale indicates potential issues within the organization. Her silence raises questions about whether Miss Universe Nigeria organization will address this situation and reconcile with its former queens. #MissUniverse #MissUniverseNigeria #ChidimmaAdetshina #MissUniverseNigeria#MissUniverseNigeria2025 #NyekachiDouglas #MissUniverse202#victoriakjaer #MissUniverse2025 #missworld #MissMundo #missworld2019 #MissUniverso2025 #missworldnigeria #1strunnerup #MissUniverseNigeria2024 #MissUniverseAfrica #continentalqueens #africaday #nigeria #MissWorldAfrica #MissWorldAfrica2019 #MissSouthAfrica #MissSA #MissSouthAfrica2024 #Africa #AfricanQueen #BlackGirlMagic #AfricaUnity #1strunnerup #MissUniverso #MissUniverso2024 #MissUniverseThailand #HoaHauHoanVu #MissUniverseThailand #MissUniversePhilippines #MissUniverseVietnam #MissCosmoPhilippines #hoahau #มิสเวิลด์ #มงฟ้ามาเเน่ #แมส #นางงามโลก #MissUniverseLatina #MULER #certamendebelleza #certamen #reinadebelleza #reinas #reina #reinasdebelleza #bellezaconpropósito #MundoMiss #MissMonde #drama #scandal #pageanttalk #pageanttalkph #beautyqueen #pageantryph #beautypageant #pageantry #pageant #pageatnews #นางงาม #parati #viral #virale #amusestan ♬ original sound – amusestan Meanwhile, Chidimma Adetshina revealed that she was back in South Africa, despite her identity scandal with the Department of Home Affairs. In February, the mother-of-one also bragged about visiting Cape Town, where she moved to with her family. That same month, her mother, Anabela Runga, was arrested for contravening the Immigration Act and the Identification Act. Chidimma Adetshina has revealed she is back in SA, amid a Home Affairs investigation into her fraudulent documents. Images via Instagram: @chichivanessa She was placed on house arrest, which has since been lifted. However, she has a strict curfew. Late last year, Home Affairs stated that their investigation into Chidimma's history revealed that her mother was not a South African citizen and was involved in identity theft and fraud when registering her birth. By default, due to her relationship with her mother, both women were stripped of their South African IDs and passports. It is likely that Chidimma has since obtained her Nigerian identity and travel documents. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
What's On
07-08-2025
- Business
- What's On
South African passport renewals now available in Dubai
With over 100,000 South Africans currently residing in the United Arab Emirates, a new South African passport renewals service is a welcome convenience for those looking to update their documents without the hassle of international travel. VFS Global has officially launched passport renewal services for South African passport holders at its Visa Application Centre in Wafi Mall, Dubai. As of July 2025, the company is the sole authorised service partner for the South African Department of Home Affairs in the UAE. This new rollout means applicants no longer need to visit the Consulate General in Dubai. Instead, they can book an appointment at the VFS Global centre or opt to visit the Embassy of South Africa in Abu Dhabi. 'We are excited to be offering passport renewal services for South African nationals living in the UAE,' said Monaz Billimoria, Regional Head of UAE, VFS Global. 'We are confident that applicants will enjoy an enhanced customer experience when they visit us at the world's largest centre here in Dubai.' Here's how it works: Visit Select Apply for Consular Services → Passport Book an appointment Prepare the required documents as per the checklist Head to your appointment for biometric enrolment and to pay the fees Passports are processed in South Africa and returned to the VFS Global centre in Dubai, where they can be collected. Applicants can track their application status online using the reference number provided. Important to note: Apply at least 12 months before your passport expires Avoid making any travel plans until your new passport is in hand Processing takes 8 to 10 weeks, according to the Department of Home Affairs Optional add-on services include form-filling assistance, printing, SMS & email status alerts, and even a Premium Lounge experience for a smoother journey. These are charged separately and do not impact processing times. VFS Global currently handles South Africa passport renewals in four countries via eight centers, and provides visa services in 19 countries. Image: Unsplash > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
