• It’s always a privilege for a model to work with well established designers and models need to learn to appreciate that opportunity , however it’s not always the other way round . Without mo
• Q:   Adie Meshach can you tell us about yourself?              A:Adie Meshach is a published award winning Fashion model,A Fashion Stylist and an Entrepreneur . Currently working on launching his Fashion brand. (Walking Manikin Enterprises ) an upscale clothing line(ready to wear, high fashion, sustainable and eco-friendly pieces) targeted at males and females between the ages of 20 – 50yrs respectively, as an alternative to existing clothing Brand.

Q:What do you love about the Modelling industry?A:Basically I would say the shows, glamour and lifestyle.. Beautiful pieces on the runway. The leverage to travel round the world and work with amazing people in a short time. It’s a gateway to stardom for some models and a lot had leveraged on that opportunity to create something meaningful for themselves.

Q:Give us an insight background of the Modeling industry of your country ?    .The modelling industry in Nigeria is fast growing compare to 10 years ago. Models are getting placement in the abroad to walk bigger shows of the seasons.. Which is a dream come true for every model.

Q:At any point what are the challenges that young models from your country are facing and  how they can be solved?       A:Modelling in Nigeria as a career which  is difficult because of limited fashion Shows and bookings. Apart from Lagos where everything entertainment happens.. Models get paid peanut in other states,here in Nigeria . some hardly get paid… Some Designers would feel they are doing  models a favour by working with them. (some designers would tell the models, they would use the photos to update their portfolio) But they just concluded. Uyo Fashion Week was a beautiful show where models where treated of the international standard.. From booking of flights, reservations, transportation and feeding.. I respect the the organiser(s) of the show.
Models should be respected, not molested and being paid when booked accordingly. Freelance suffers the most. Becausein most cases there’s no agent /agency to speak on their behalf. So I think the best way to go, it’s to be represented, hence your interest as a model will be protected legally.

Q: Why did you join the Modeling agency Reivon Models agency ?  A: never knew I was going to be a model. I was scouted back then,when I was in the University in my 100 level by (REIVON MODELS MANAGEMENT) MOTHER AGENCY, and was placed to (CATCH 22 MODELS MANAGEMENT LAGOS) .

   Q: Headlining at Uyo fashion Week has been one if your greatest achievements what did you like mostly about the show ? A:The Uyo Fashion Week 2022 was an amazing experience full with fun and excitement. That wasn’t really my greatest achievements, I have done a couple of shows across the country and headline a few that made waves across national news papers such “Gaurdian and The Punch news Papers” in regards to the aforementioned show, it brought delight ,creativity, designers, public figures from far and near. The City of Uyo witnessed a great show and I bet they can’t wait for another season to come as the show was and it’s the talk of the town and other social media space . What I love most about the show like earlier stated, is the degree of hospitality and welfare shown to the models, it was top notch .Day one, I did 2 shows, and day two i did 5 shows. All designs were carefully curated to suit the taste of their market audience I would say. They were some established designers in the show, The likes of Ejiro Amos ,Millini Classics, Makamba and Boyedoe from Ghana has to be my all time favorite.. I’m a fan of Street Wear Fashion/ Jiggy Fits.

Q:During the show which collection did you like mostly?   A:Definitely has to be “Swanky Jerry”. A celebrity fashion stylist I consider a fashion god.

Q:Which shows are you planning to headline this year    A:Lagos fashion week and GT Fashion weekend will be upon us very soon from August to November.. And I I’m looking forward to walking the Shows.

Man of the Earth pageant is meant to advocate for the nature of the world such as clean air,water and above all for the Earth environment to be clean. Marvell Adhya Pratama is currently the reigning ,Mister Man of The Earth.In a chitchat with him, he provided as insight about himself and on what inspired him to take part in the pageant Mister Man Of The Earth .

Q:Can you tell us who is the Mister Man Of The Earth?A:My name is Marcell Adhya Pratama, from Indonesia. Graduated with a degree in Communication and Public Relation and work as a flight attendant in Batik Air Local Airlines, Indonesia. Winner of Man Of The Earth 2021.  

Q:How would you describe yourself? A:I describe myself as a young and ambitious man whose aim is to affect the lives of others who look up to me. A lover of environment and so keen about taking care of the mother Earth. A lover of Cats and fitness trainings. 

Q:What inspired you to take part in the pageant,Mister Man Of The Earth?A:Having a platform to represent my country in a world pageant and seeing a pageant that suites my personality. The advocacy of Man Of The Earth is a life transforming advocacy that can trigger the best in you and the love for environment.

Q:In terms of legacy, what type of legacy are you going to leave for the modeling industry?A:I don’t really need much. I just want a leave a legacy that people would look up to and say “Marcel Adhya was a great environmentalists and because of his love for environment, i also will work hard to protect mother Earth” 

Q:How have you managed to reach out to your community since you embarked in your journey as the king?A:I have done a project. I cleaned up the beach and had to invite some organization to help assist in the cleanup. Because i know its not about wearing a crown, its about actualizing the purpose for being crowned. 

Q:Many have been wondering what is the secret that has allowed, Male pageant models to be dominated by Pacific-Asian models?

A:I believe it all boils down to personal preparations before embarking on a journey. I can tell that if everyone uses the P-Factor(Proper Preparation Promotes Powerful Performance) i used while going on a pageant journey then it wouldn’t be only the Pacific-Asian models that would succeed.  

Q:What do you love about the modeling industry ?A:The pageant industry increases your sense of fashion. It creates a great portfolio for you as a person because almost everything is related to fashion. The modeling industry boosts your personality in terms of  self coordination. A model must be a role model to others. 

Q:Besides being a model what is your other occupation/profession?A:My other occupation is that I am a flight Attendant .

Q: The world celebrated world earth,water and forest days .What did it mean to you?A:It means a whole lot to me because our nature needs to be appreciated and celebrated even if i know global warming, earthquakes and other natural disaster are becoming worse but the earth still needs to be celebrated. The earth houses all human beings, the water sustains us which we use in cooking and used in doing practically everything and the forests gives us our books, meals and other resources. The Mother Earth Needs Celebration 

Q:After you hand over your title what is next for you as a model?A:I would like to give inspiration to all young model in the future which i know i have started affecting lives.

MOMENTS WITH KUNASHE KAYS ~HOW AFRICAN YOUTHS CAN FIGHT ENGAGING INTO DRUG ABUSES ACTIVITIES.

Kunashe Kays is a 27 year old model who participated at the recently pageant,Mister Zimbabwe International as one of the finalists.
We interacted with Kunashe about his modelling journey and his experience as part of the finalists of Mister Zimbabwe International.
In addition ,Kunashe Kays speaks out about what young African’s can do to fight drug abuse

Q:Who is kunashe kays?
A:Kunashe Kay’s is Petros Kunashe Makuwire.
Born on the 8th of february 1995, in the city of Harare.
I’m fortunate to have an extended family though I was raised by a single mom who has been my pillar of strength and my cheerleader.
I am a chef by profession and i have worked in several food outlets and restaurants.
I also gained my cooking and baking experience in TM Pick n Pay group of supermarkets. I have a strong passionate for food, this has clearly made me give back to the community by starting baking classes using YouTube.
I also have been doing different cakes for different occasions.
I strive with excellence so that one day my dream will come when I get to operate a big restaurant and eventually opening a culinary school.

Q:You are part of the Mister Zimbabwe International Finalist how had been your journey so far?
A:The day i met Mr Ishmael on instagram it was like a dream come true.
I was not expecting a quick response but he responded within the same hour of messaging him and luckily my journey began.
My journey has been really focused on growth, appreciation and humanitarianism.
I’ve learnt that having looks and a well masculined trimmed body isn’t what Mister Zimbabwe International is just all about, but rather it’s about your personality, tolerance, and the brains. These characteristics clearly speaks volume over Mister Zimbabwe International crown.
I have also learnt that being really doesn’t cost a thing, which others note that its only costs $0.00 to be a generous person, hence it’s one learned character as part of my journey so far.
I have learnt also on giving back to the community, we would get time to visit children’s homes and foster houses.
I was privileged to get to understand the other side of life, appreciating some people who are not having the basic commodities, so this has helped me discover that from the little thing that one can actually put a smile on someone’s face. I have learnt that I dont just have to be a model pageantry so that i can be able to give back to the community.

Q: Why do you believe you carry the characteristics of the king ?
A:The very first and vital charecteristic that I have is being assertive.
Assertive means showing that you respect yourself because you’re willing to stand up for your interests and express your thoughts and feelings, being confident in simple terms. As a model, confidence, excellent articulation and courage are, important, I believe I possess these qualities which are vital for one to carry the King crown.
As a model one has to be well represantable,an influencer in the community and someone who can impact positively in people’s lives. Criticism has been one of the drawbacks in most modeling peagants and it has impacted adversely hence, I’ve taken criticism as constructive and helps me to correct any lacking quality or performance. I’ve used it positively to come out stronger and better.

Q:What has been your greatest moment since your journey began?
A:Atfirst i was still doubting if i was going to sail through but all heartfelt gratitude goes to my Director Ishamael.
He has been patient with me, imagine starting to teach a 3 year old how to read and write, this was me at the beginning but now I believe I’m one of the best contestants through courage, dedication and confidence.
The greatest moment since my journey began would be when we (and other contestants) visited children’s homes for charity work/project and socializing.
It impacted positively to me and to the ophanes.
Generous, love and care is simply taught there. Seeing the jovial children just being delighted because of our presence, and charity work, was heart warming.

Q:What is your take of how African youths can fight against drug abuse?

A:I believe as a youth of today most have lost their morals, norms and values of our African culture.
As a modern era were things have become digitalized internet had become our parent and this has been influencing youth to indulge in hate crimes, drug abuse which have caused so many damages to youth and the society at large. In order to fight against drug abuse in africa , establishing rules and consequences and strict penalties on drug abuse, keeping track of prescriped drugs, providing support to those under depression, the government should create more job opportunities for the citizens and lastly, having more drug abuse campaign awareness against drug abuse.

Q:Who is your inspiration in the world of modelling?
A:I have two people that have been my inspiration which are Tinonetenda Chinyani(Zimbabwean) and Zozibini Tunzi (South African) formerMiss Universe 2019.
Tino Chinyanani is someone I’ve been idolozing, someone I’m following his footsteps, his admiration and dedication to modeling and giving back to the society is something I look up to.
Talking, of Zozibini she became the voice of every African girl child, upholding affirmative action, quota system and a free society for all, has greatly made a huge positive impact in the African society. In contrast, since Zozi has made huge impact in girl child, I believe I can collaborate with her and also make a huge difference I’m boy child especially in mental health.

Q:What words do you have to those that have been supporting you from day one?
A:Since i began, i never thought there will be overwhelming support, for someone who had insecurities over his body, would be criticised over my small thin body, but one thing is important, those who supported me through out. I’d like to thank everyone who has given me any sort of support.
Through the support I gained, it made me become confident, abondoning my insecurities and focus on what’s important.

Q:If given an opportunity to catwalk in any pageant show, which show will it be and why?
A:Given an opportunity in any pageant show I would wish to walk in Man of the earth show, its a show that’s recognized globally and it gives me opportunity to interact with other models, getting more depth knowledge and obviously being exposed, and experience too.

It was all cheers at the Blue Moon hotel Lekki when Mr Ideal Enugu , Ronald Shakur emerged the 13th Mr Ideal Nigeria on the 24th of April , 2022

Ronald is an IT consultant based in Làgos . When asked why IT consultants are perceived as boring , Ronald replied ‘ people often tend to see us in our most serious moments , i for example play rugby and also into 3D fashion design and a boring person cannot do all these ‘

The judges for the event include Actor Stan Nze , Pr consultant , Pexxy , BBN stars Boma and Yerins , and producer Victor Okpala

He wins the chance to represent Nigeria at the Mister Africa International . In addition , an official car , PR by Motomedia , year supply of Nutzy peanut butter , year supply of John Paul fragrance , Ambassadorial deal with Lena organics , scholarship to Royal arts academy , free international
Travel courtesy of Markman and Tours , outfits from different designers including SAj luxury , Blokes n divas , Majified , Itouche , reverse by Dede .

The runner ups include:

Mr Ideal Nigeria – Earth , Zander
Mr Ideal Nigeria – Tourism , Zeal
Mr Ideal Nigeria – 1st prince , Eugene
Mr Ideal Nigeria – 2nd prince , Eddie

Mr Anambra won the business icon and was awarded N100 k . Other winners of the night

Mr Physique – Mr Ideal Abuja , Henry
Top model – Mr Ideal Bayelsa , Stephen
Mr Friendly , Mr Ideal Kebbi , Fash
Mr Beach Body , Mr Ideal Kaduna , Maliq

“The Title Has Opened ,International doors for me “

Reigning Mister Zimbabwe International ,Shadel Noble is expected to had over his duties as the King of the title on
As his term as the title holder will be over and a new King will be coronoted on the 30th of April at ‘Open Eye Studio in Bulawayo.
Sharing his experience about what the title did for him,Noble stated out that the title has acted as a door that has given him an opportunity to reach out to modeling world International.
“this title has been an open door for me in the international platforms and even back home,”said Shadel Noble .
Former Mister Zimbabwe,Shadel Noble further added,that winning the title comes with some advatanges .
Among them is to get an opportunity to participate in International pageants representing Zimbabwe.
“This title is important as the winners will be granted an opportunity to represent the country in pageants around the world,”informed Noble.
When asked to share his thoughts about this year’s candidates, Noble described all participants as ‘winners’ and have characteristics of being the king of the pageant .
The outgoing ,Mister Zimbabwe International title hold said he hopes his successor to do better than him and reach far more goals.
Noble said his future is bright and his expecting to excel in greater heights.