INTERVIEW WITH PORT HARCOURT TOP MALE MODEL DAEREGO FUBARA
WHEN YOU SPEAK ABOUT PORT HARCOURT TOP MALE MODELS "DAEREGO'S NAME MUST BE INCLUDED. WHEN YOU ALSO SPEAK OR TALKS ABOUT MODEL COACH “DAEREGO ALSO OCCUPIED THE CHAIRMAN SEAT.
A special interview with the model coach and top male
model.
model.
WHAT ARE YOUR REAL NAME?
My names are Daerego Fubara Ekine
WHERE WERE YOU BORN?
I was born in Port Harcourt, Rivers state.
I was born in Port Harcourt, Rivers state.
HOW IS YOUR EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND LIKE? AND
YOUR GROWING UP?
Well, I attended state primary school, and, then had my ssce in 2001, later graduated with BSC in marketing from the rivers state university of science and technology.... In 2009, although I have other diploma certificate attached, my growing up has been full of love, had what I wanted with lots of families around me, bestown me with love, care and fun.
YOUR GROWING UP?
Well, I attended state primary school, and, then had my ssce in 2001, later graduated with BSC in marketing from the rivers state university of science and technology.... In 2009, although I have other diploma certificate attached, my growing up has been full of love, had what I wanted with lots of families around me, bestown me with love, care and fun.
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN THE INDUSTRY?
I have been in the industry for about 10years now, I think am the oldest model in port harcourt......lols that
still trends.
HOW HAS THE MODELLING TERRAIN BEEN, HAS IT BEEN FUN?
It was never fun when I started, I remember my size was a huge problem and challenge for me yet they always wanted me to hit runway cos of my walk was unique.sometimes its fun,exciting, and some times it can be boring, when u run out of jobs. But in all, we balance it up with the way it comes in seasons.
It was never fun when I started, I remember my size was a huge problem and challenge for me yet they always wanted me to hit runway cos of my walk was unique.sometimes its fun,exciting, and some times it can be boring, when u run out of jobs. But in all, we balance it up with the way it comes in seasons.
WHAT GOOD THING WILL YOU SAY MODELLING HAS DONE FOR YOU?
Modelling has done a few good things, was able to travel out, exposure, meet people, and has given me a face.
APART FORM BEEN A MODEL COACH WHAT DO YOU DO?
Apart from modelling am freelance professional marketer, i am also a seasoned event anchor.(red carpet).
HAVE YOU BEEN TO ANY MALE PAGEANTRY BEFORE? AND HOW WAS THE EXPERIENCE LIKE?
Hahahha...I was never in for pageantries, the only invitation I had, I gave it out to my younger brother. But I know there are some exciting and some highly competitive moments in male pageantries. I am looking forward for an experience, (I mean the credible ones).
Hahahha...I was never in for pageantries, the only invitation I had, I gave it out to my younger brother. But I know there are some exciting and some highly competitive moments in male pageantries. I am looking forward for an experience, (I mean the credible ones).
HOW DO YOU TAKE CARE OF YOUR BODY?
Normally, am naturally slim, athletic, but I do aerobics alot, I don`t have much time for gym, so aerobic helps, I drink atleast one bottle of water once am up in the morning, and eat one or two apples, eat healthily, am not a food person, but I love to take care of my skin, I love it, shower cream is the best I can say that helps me as well. Yeah.
WHO ARE YOUR ROLE MODELS?
Funny enough I dont really have a role model, but I admire alot of achievers, I believe I am my role model. Lols! But it`s true. I like to emulate the likes of mai atafo, zhalima grazioni, ambassador couture and david ibiyeomie.
Normally, am naturally slim, athletic, but I do aerobics alot, I don`t have much time for gym, so aerobic helps, I drink atleast one bottle of water once am up in the morning, and eat one or two apples, eat healthily, am not a food person, but I love to take care of my skin, I love it, shower cream is the best I can say that helps me as well. Yeah.
WHO ARE YOUR ROLE MODELS?
Funny enough I dont really have a role model, but I admire alot of achievers, I believe I am my role model. Lols! But it`s true. I like to emulate the likes of mai atafo, zhalima grazioni, ambassador couture and david ibiyeomie.
WHAT IS THE PROUDEST MOMENT OF YOUR LIFE?
The proudest moment of my life was when I graduated from the university, (my convocation day.) and what made it sweeter was seeing my mum witnessing that day.
WHAT OR WHO IS THE BIGGEST INSPIRATION IN YOUR LIFE?
My beloved mum. She was a motivator, inspiration to me. And music too is hugely part of what influences me.
WHAT WOULD YOU SAY ABOUT SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE MODELLING INDUSTRY?
At first it was strange, later became normal like its no news...but I have never had such experience.
WHAT PROJECT DO YOU HAVE AT HAND? AND ARE YOU YOUR OWN BOSS?
I am creative director to alot events, and also a model consultant to many model management here in port harcourt. I just concluded an award event together with its executive director....title, best of rivers awards, 2014 which took place last year. So am working on my clothline, am hoping it would be coming out soon. And also a tv show which is already coming very soon.
At first it was strange, later became normal like its no news...but I have never had such experience.
WHAT PROJECT DO YOU HAVE AT HAND? AND ARE YOU YOUR OWN BOSS?
I am creative director to alot events, and also a model consultant to many model management here in port harcourt. I just concluded an award event together with its executive director....title, best of rivers awards, 2014 which took place last year. So am working on my clothline, am hoping it would be coming out soon. And also a tv show which is already coming very soon.
WHICH PEOPLE ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO FEATURE IN FOR YOUR TV SHOW AND THE CLOTHING STUFF?
From the common man who makes statement about his works and abilities to business excel, models, desiginers, politicians, even students. Etc.
WHAT HAVE YOU DONE TO HELP UPCOMING MODELS?
Alot...I give free consultations, free catwalk classes, link them to model management with my signature on letters, I even pay for some model management fee. That`s if I see the passion in an aspiring model.
From the common man who makes statement about his works and abilities to business excel, models, desiginers, politicians, even students. Etc.
WHAT HAVE YOU DONE TO HELP UPCOMING MODELS?
Alot...I give free consultations, free catwalk classes, link them to model management with my signature on letters, I even pay for some model management fee. That`s if I see the passion in an aspiring model.
HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR SIGNATURE STYLE IN FASHION?
Am a simple person, so my dress sense is always simple and very comfortable. I wear what i know i can carry and defend, inspite my fashion experience. And my been a controversial runway model, doesn`t affect my fashion sense, lol.
THANKS FOR YOUR TIME AND WONDERFUL RIDE... HERE IS WHERE I DRAW THE CURTAIN.
Am a simple person, so my dress sense is always simple and very comfortable. I wear what i know i can carry and defend, inspite my fashion experience. And my been a controversial runway model, doesn`t affect my fashion sense, lol.
THANKS FOR YOUR TIME AND WONDERFUL RIDE... HERE IS WHERE I DRAW THE CURTAIN.
Facebook ID: Daerego Ekine
Twitter : @daeregoswt
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