Miss Universe Nigeria Controversy: Unflattering Photos Spark Demands for Arrest
Poor Photos Ignite Fury
Social media has erupted in outrage over the official photos released for the Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 pageant, with many users calling for the photographer and crew involved to be investigated and even arrested. The images, which were intended to showcase the beauty and elegance of the contestants, have instead sparked a wave of criticism.
“Whoever got that #MissUniverseNigeria photography tender must be investigated and arrested immediately,” tweeted one user, @rpejuola, echoing the sentiments of many.
The criticism centres on the apparent contrast between the official pageant photos and the more flattering images posted by the contestants on their personal Instagram accounts.
“Blood on Their Hands”
The backlash intensified as more users weighed in, with some calling for the entire crew responsible for the photos to be held accountable.
“The make-up artist, the photographer, the shoot director, in fact, everybody involved in taking those pictures must be arrested immediately!” demanded @Ihhashi_Turkei.
The photos, described as unflattering and poorly executed, have left many wondering how such a misstep could occur at such a prestigious event.
“The whole crew from photographer to editor to those who felt okay to post it on their web platform, they all have blood on their hands,” wrote @tjpumpinng, highlighting the widespread disappointment.
Calls for Professionalism
The controversy has also sparked a broader discussion on the importance of professional photography in high-stakes events like Miss Universe Nigeria.
Some social media users argued that the organisers should have hired more experienced photographers.
“People need to learn that portrait photography is a whole different beast, it’s not like taking selfies or event photography. In general, people need to respect photography and hire the right artist for the job,” tweeted @BloggoJones
Despite the backlash, some users expressed support for the contestants themselves.
“She is very pretty, but can’t get over the fact that they said ‘she looked like she eats rocks for breakfast,’” joked @SamukeMuke, acknowledging the harsh comments while still rooting for Miss Universe Nigeria contestant, Chidinma Adetshina.
As the debate continues online, the organisers of Miss Universe Nigeria have yet to respond to the growing calls for an investigation into the photography controversy. Whether or not any action will be taken remains to be seen, but the incident has undoubtedly left a lasting impression on the pageant’s reputation.