Becaming the first runner up of Mister Ideal Abuja,has been a big for Mr Ideal Abuja 1st runner up,Ikechukwu Odeja.He won the title,during the past weekend, ceremony which was held in Abuja to determine who will be the n

Q.What does it mean to you  being the runner up for Mr Ideal Abuja ?A.Thank you for your time being the first runner up feels amazing like a dream come true and it means a lot to me because Mr Ideal Abuja is a great brand with history of success. So as an Artist, being in this position gives me the wide platform to positively affect lifes with my art and creativity.

Q.What do you think are the unique features you have thst contributed to your win as the first  runner up model?A. I think my unique features are my brain, body and Charisma.

QWhat important lesson did you learnt about yourself through out your journey during the pageant?A.Firstly, I got to figure out that I can do anything only if I put my mind to it and secondly, I got to understand the art of relating with people.

Q.Lets say you travel back to time, during the event what would you have changed?A.Nothing really, the whole experience was a great one and I enjoyed every bit of it .

Q.Who inspires your modeling career and why ?A.THE PUSH UP GUY. Because he is smart and very consistent.

Q.where do you think your modelling career will take you and which brands would you  like to associate with jn future?A. I think this career will take me far into my dream of becoming the greatest artist and I would love to associate with prestigious entertainment and fashion brands.

Q.Tell us about your national costume what inspired te costumeA.My national costume is a concept where all tribe come together as one and it is  inspired by the united Nigeria we all look forward to.

Q.From here which other modelling  pageants are you taking part in 2023?A.Hopefully I would like to go for Mr Ideal Nigeria and also represent Nigerian in international Pageants.

Q.Any advise to other Kings in the modeling sector.A.Yes, my advice to other Kings is to keep their heads high and never settle for less. They should be positive role models to the younger generation.

‘Fashion gods’ was this year’s theme for Mr Ideal Abuja’s 2023 ceremony which was held in Abuja,Nigeria over the weekend.

In the quest of searching for the right man for the Mister Idea Abuja’s throne . The third edition of the event saw at least 11’fashion gods’, contesting for the title. During the contestation,models took part in national costume, beach body and community projects categories for the throne.

Despite all candidates having unique attributes,they all deserve to be the winners,however only one King was then successful  coronoted as the winner  and that was Emmanuel.

The contestants ranged from the ages between 18 to 35

The new reigning King,said the ceremony has opened doors for him to connect and meet people from different sectors in addition he learnt different dance moves.
On which factors, contributed for him to be coronated as the King.

He said leadership and courage were,among the characteristics that the Judges  saw in him .
Oche Emmanuel Idoko said, his main goal is to achieve his community and charity project and above all as a fashion designer is to improve his clothing brand.
To his fans and supporters he said,he respects and appreciate their support.

“I want to let them know that I owe them all my respect and appreciate,I promise not to let them down

My name is Oche Emmanuel Idoko, from Benue state.
I was born on the 30th of March 1999
I love watching anime and listening to music cause it helps improve my mood
I ventured into tailoring after my secondary school cause fashion is something I had passion for, that was in 2016.
My passion for fashion made me participate in the mr.ideal Abuja pageant 2022 , and I was crowned the King of Mr ideal Abuja 2022 ,all thanks be to God

Djodjo Bomassa is one of the talented models in Nambia.His dominating the world of runway Fashion shows.In an interview we get an insight about him and his experience as a model during, WINDHOEK Fashion Week. He also painted a picture of his future

Q. Briefly can you tell us about yourself?
A.My name is Djodjo Israel Bomassa, born in Congo, made in Namibia, i am 23 years old, I’ve to different personally one is Israel and the another Djodjo, Israel is passianant about football Djodjo loves modelling, just to speak about boldy about Djodjo, Djodjo is hardworking, driven and never accepts defeat, Djodjod goes until at the end

Q. You are from Congo but you reside in Namibia,what makes the two cultures come together and how do you manage to bring your two roots in the modeling industry?
A.As i said eaelier born in Congo but made in Namibia, almost my whole life I’ve lived in Namibia, Namibia has made me, i sell myself out there as a Namibian but not also forget where i come from, I’ll love the western world to know all that DRC has to offer in the modelling industry

Q. Recently you became the face of MN creations’s underwear collection. What did it mean to you to work with such a unique brand?
A.Working with MN meant so much for me,  it was a dream come true, it’s was a great privilege, MN aligns with my brand and i was truly humble to be given the opportunity to

Q.Speaking about brands this year you catwalked at Windhoek fashion week, whose brand did you wore through out the ramp?
A.Windhoek fashion week was so big this year, i catwalked for more than 5 designers and all their outfits were so beautiful, each and everyone of them brought the best in me

Q. Do you believe that Africa’s modeling sector has a lot to catch up in terms of international standards?
A.Yes we are to catch up, especially in the Southern part of Africa, many a times we see models from the Western part of Africa grace the runaway for major brands like Gucci, Dior and so many more, but i believe we’ll get there it’s Just a matter of time, hard work and dedication from us.

Q.what always comes to your mind when you are infront of a camera?
A:Infront of the camera i always want to give it my maximum best knowing that the world is watching me, on the runway its even world, best as a professional model you have to own the runway

Q.Given an opportunity to catwalk at London fashion week which two brands wuld you work week?
A.My dream is always to grace my talent in paris and Milan fashion week, but in london i would love to work for Victoria Beckham and Burberry

Q.What makes you different from other  model?
A.I am the defination is art, me and my work as art is yet to be seen in the world, soon the whole world will know about me

In a search for  a powerful name for their brands,the Producers of Mr Ideal Abuja were looking for a strong name that will match with the already existing male pageant brands in Abuja, the name ‘Mr Ideal Nigeria’ brand was then founded by the Director Of House Of Buchi, Buchi Nwabufoh.

The major purpose of the pageant  is to profile Abuja’s sexiest men, who will play a major role in  give back to the society which is generally the main essence of every pageant. 

Previous Kings who have emerged under this platform as winners have done notable pet projects, one of the prominent ones is the 2020 winner , Divine Uchew impacted Students of various college through his “Back To School Project” & School Tour Project”.Education is one of the important sectors in Africa.

“Being the winner automatically turns one into one of the most sought after by brands who want to be represented. I would say this seems like the easiest way to break into the market.,”said the organisers.

Winners have also succesfuk managed to create their own brands,the maiden edition winner, Divine after handing over to the next king has gone on to launch his clothing line Dinlex. While the reigning King, Henry is looking embracing opportunities the pageant opened up for him

Aguinaldo Ngulana is a Humanitarian activist and Mister Africa International runner up.He is popularly known as a Humanitarian activist and reaching out to his community.In an exclusive interview,He outlines his Christmas outreach plans .

Q.How was your experience  taking part at Mister Africa International? A.My experience at Mister Africa International, was good after we shared several cultural ties between candidates from different countries, this shows that the Mister Africa committee values our cultural identities, and the theme of this edition was ‘African Kings’.

Q.Where did you get time for preparing for the event as you had just finished participating at Mister Angola?A.The distance between the Mister Angola contest and the Mister Africa contest were not too far apart, after one took place in October and the other in November, there was only 30 days between the two, but it was enough time for me to prepare myself, because I thought that the best preparation I should have was psychological and emotional preparation, without that I wouldn’t be ready for the contest.

Q.With the two ceremonies what were the major differences, that you spotted?A.Clearly there were some differences, because each contest has its own reality, Mister Angola is a contest with a large dimension, but it is obvious that the Mister Africa contest demands more from us as competitors because it is an international contest on the continent, the levels of organization were not very far from each other, but I managed to feel that first I was in a national competition in Mister Angola, and in Mister Africa I was really an international competition, due to the grandeur of the Committee and also the theme itself of edition 10.

Q.During,Mister Africa you were nominated in two categories, Model of Africa and Beach Body what did it mean to you having to be nominated in those two categories?A.This means that I really have some potential and that it was recognized by the professionals who evaluated the contest, I confess that I was very happy, knowing that I was nominated in two categories and finally one of them I won.But in the category that I wasn’t the Winner, I know that the person who was the lucky winner was deserving after I saw the potential that each one had, and I shouldn’t take credit from anyone.

Q.what was the greatest lesson you learnt from the other models?A.During the period of confinement in the hotel with the other candidates, I learned a lot with each one of them without exception, but mainly the actul Mister Africa after he shared the room with me, and showed me his sympathy and humility of the people of Costa do Ivory, and also of course the candidate from Mozambique who was always in good spirits, showing himself to be available and his friendship for all of us and briefly saying that I learned that in life we must always be humble.

Q.How was your experience  taking part at Mister Africa International? A.My experience at Mister Africa International, was good after we shared several cultural ties between candidates from different countries, this shows that the Mister Africa committee values our cultural identities, and the theme of this edition was ‘African Kings’.

Q.Where did you get time for preparing for the event as you had just finished participating at Mister Angola?A.The distance between the Mister Angola contest and the Mister Africa contest were not too far apart, after one took place in October and the other in November, there was only 30 days between the two, but it was enough time for me to prepare myself, because I thought that the best preparation I should have was psychological and emotional preparation, without that I wouldn’t be ready for the contest.

Q.With the two ceremonies what were the major differences, that you spotted?A.Clearly there were some differences, because each contest has its own reality, Mister Angola is a contest with a large dimension, but it is obvious that the Mister Africa contest demands more from us as competitors because it is an international contest on the continent, the levels of organization were not very far from each other, but I managed to feel that first I was in a national competition in Mister Angola, and in Mister Africa I was really an international competition, due to the grandeur of the Committee and also the theme itself of edition 10.

Q.During,Mister Africa you were nominated in two categories, Model of Africa and Beach Body what did it mean to you having to be nominated in those two categories?A.This means that I really have some potential and that it was recognized by the professionals who evaluated the contest, I confess that I was very happy, knowing that I was nominated in two categories and finally one of them I won.But in the category that I wasn’t the Winner, I know that the person who was the lucky winner was deserving after I saw the potential that each one had, and I shouldn’t take credit from anyone.

Q.what was the greatest lesson you learnt from the other models?A.During the period of confinement in the hotel with the other candidates, I learned a lot with each one of them without exception, but mainly the actul Mister Africa after he shared the room with me, and showed me his sympathy and humility of the people of Costa do Ivory, and also of course the candidate from Mozambique who was always in good spirits, showing himself to be available and his friendship for all of us and briefly saying that I learned that in life we must always be humble.

Q.You are well known for working  with your community, Christmas  is around the corner any programmes you have prepared?A.For this Christmas I will work in two different cities, I will have a solidarity Christmas in the city of Lubango – Angola on the 16th and a solidarity Christmas in the City of Menongue- Angola on the 18th

Q.Which country in Africa would you like to visit to and why?A.As a normal person, there are some countries that I would like to visit, such as Nigeria and Cape Verde, but as a Runner Up Mister Africa 2022, I would not waste the opportunity to visit Ethiopia Sumalia Mozambique, because they are one of the countries most affected by hunger , I would really like to know this reality up close and create strategies to be able to help in some waymanner.

Q.As Mister Africa International  runner up,what do you think is the main thing that models need to have the industry improved?A .The main thing that models need to improve the industry is to give more value to what enhances the market

Q.Which country in Africa would you like to visit to and why?A.As a normal person, there are some countries that I would like to visit, such as Nigeria and Cape Verde, but as a Runner Up Mister Africa 2022, I would not waste the opportunity to visit Ethiopia Sumalia Mozambique, because they are one of the countries most affected by hunger , I would really like to know this reality up close and create strategies to be able to help in some waymanner.

Biography :

 Name: Aguinaldo Ngulana

 Birth: December 28, 1991.

Height 1.82 cm

Eyes: dark brown

Sign: Capricorn

Blood group O+

single blood donor

University student of Informatics for Management.I am an entrepreneur, owner of a clothing, footwear and perfume store.I am practically into martial arts (Judo, Jiu Jitsu and Crav Maga).I am the son of a retired lady in the field of Medicine, my father is already deceased, I have 8 brothers.Free time (reading, academic and literary books) and information about the world.

South African based model,John Sithembiso Reed, from Mpumalanga outshined during Mpumalanga Design Week as he catwalked for a number of local and international brand.

John said,he is grateful for the opportunity that he along with other models were given to showcase their talent,during the Mpumalanga Design Week which was hosted last month.

Among the brands that he wore, was the Afrophoenix which is being headed by Zimbabwean designer, Blessing.

“The experience to participate at Mpumalanga Design Week,it gave me an opportunity to meet different people from different works of lives.It was also an opportunity for me to connect with other models and learn somethings about the industry. we

“The more you explore to people the more you grow,”he said.

John further informed,that taking part as a model it becomes an added advantage to him especially into his acting career.

The 26 year old and multi-talented model,has featured in South Africa’s popular education daily film, ‘Skeem Sami’ and other dramas .

He believes that since the day,he participated in the show he has gained more knowledge and confidence within the arts industry.

He praised the designers ,whose brand he catwalked for during the event.
John stated out that his into semi-formal wear however during the show he had an opportunity of wearing a suit which gave him a second feeling about the positive side of wearing a suit.

He also said, his dream is to work with international brands such as:Tom Ford,Icoin Agency,Addidas among others.