Tell us about yourself?
My name is king Iro Dickson Igwe, I hail from Ezi Ugwu Ndi Ugbor Oso Edda Afikpo South Ebonyi state, a student of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike Ikwo faculty of biological science and department of biotechnology. I am a runway model, a pageant king and a royalty under I Brand modeling agency.
How does it feel emerging the 2nd runner up of Earth Fashion King Africa?
I feel so happy and glad
What was the first thought that came to your mind when you were announced?
Wow finally I made it
How did your friends and family members reacted to your victory?
The organizers a victorious party for it, we all celebrated it
What would you say stood you out from other contestants?
I have very supportive parents who have always been there all the way, as not all contester’s who join pageant are actually supported by there parents.Aside from that, I have prepared very well for the contest
How was the experience during the Earth Fashion King Africa pageant?
Smile… It was all fun, the contest really create impact in me.
How long have you been in the modeling?
2 years
How are you using your office to make impact in the society?
I have a great contribution I can give the community is to join clean and green projects, charity mission livelihood seminars and I believe my agency which have it’s focus on the development of one’s personality, confidence, self esteem and other skills can help me achieve that.
Have you done any pet project yet? if yes, tell us about it
I’m on project now with the topic: Effect of hard drugs on human health.
How has winning this crown impacted your life?
Winning the crown have impacted my life with many things; making me more famous and how to address audience e. t. c
Any bad experience since you started modeling?
No
Who is your role model?
My role model is my dad, my dad is exactly who I want to be like in the future. Kind, compassionate and a true epitome of a God fearing man, he is an inspiration and a blessing to me and others who has come in contact with him
If you were not a model, what other career would you have pursed?
A musician
Which brands are looking forward to work with?
P&G and MTN Nigeria
Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
I see myself greater than now.
Lastly, any message to the aspiring male models that dream to become pageant king?
Being a model is not just wearing clothes and attending events, your behavior, manners, the way you mingle with people and the kind of things you do in the society counts for you.
