Chidimma Adetshina decries unfair treatment in deportation bid
Adetshina's lawyers launched an application to challenge the decision to withdraw her SA ID.
Former Miss South Africa contestant and Miss Universe Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, has expressed her disappointment over what she perceives as unfair treatment during her deportation bid. The Cape Town Regional Court has ruled out making a decision on whether to confirm her detention until the case reaches the Western Cape High Court.
Adetshina's legal team has filed an application at the High Court to contest several decisions, including the withdrawal of her South African ID. It has been reported that Adetshina had taken proactive measures to legalize herself in the country, all of which occurred prior to her immigration interview and arrest in June. She has appealed to the public to treat her fairly, emphasizing that she was born in South Africa.
At court, she stated, "I have applied through the proper legal channels to have my status and citizenship determined. I believe that I have been treated unfairly and targeted and there has been an attempt to make me as an example." The case has been put off until February next year.
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