The press conference for Am Black And Beautiful Model Contest which held on Thursday, August 30, 2013 at Mozida Lounge, Ikeja and had in attendance members of the press who came out to witness the official statement by organizers of the contest.
The president/founder of ABAB Inc. Mr Tessy Bello was all smiles as he thanked all who attended and made a few points about the contest. He said the contest was inspired by his vision of exposing the rich cultural heritage of Nigeria through a fusion of Modelling, Fashion, Music and Arts.
Camping for the 20 modelling contestants who passed the audition for the contest held in Lagos, Enugu, Awka, Calabar, Port Harcourt, Benin, Owerri and in the Republic of Benin would start 18th September 2013 in Lagos while the grand finale would be on 22nd September 2013. While in camp, the contestants would be tutored on various itinerary which include, Modelling Ethics, Talent Training, Capacity Training and Branding and Marketing.
Winner goes home with N500, 000 and a 42inch LED T.V, while the first runner up gets a refrigerator and N200, 000 and the second runner up gets a Home Theater and N100, 000. Also there would be consolation prizes for the top 5 in the contest while all contestants would smile home with different packages.
ABOUT AM BLACK AND BEAUTIFUL MODELLING CONTEST
This is an event that intensifies and awakens the essence and pride in every African, a clarion call to liberation, expression, confidence, assurance and self-esteem…a mirror that reveals the true worth and quality of Africanhood, a mirror that declares every African man and woman…beautiful and every potential unique, embraced with passionate and self-driven people of our great country Nigeria.
This platform is set out to give leverage to potential upcoming acts in expressing their talents and to gain recognition in their various chosen field of Modelling, Fashion, Art and Music.
The event is brought to you by Am Black And Beautiful Inc. (ABAB), a pan African organization that aims to promote, foster and celebrate the growth and diversity of contemporary African culture and heritage through creative performances and innovations created and inspired within Africa and with the commitment to uplift and revitalize Nigerian Entertainment, Art, Fashion and Modelling Industry.
The event will showcase the beauty and talents of 30 aspiring young female models, 20 aspiring fashion designers, 10 musical artistes and Art.
Am Black And Beautiful Model Contest/Fashion, Art, Music Show is designed to showcase the enormous talent in the Nigerian modelling, Fashion, Art and Music Industry.
1. Spreading a cultural awareness of creativity and inspiration for Fashion designers, Performing Artistes, Artists and Models.
2. Providing opportunities for the industry members both Pro and Upcoming to create networks that will facilitate action and inspire industry growth.
3. We provide marketing platform for all within the industry, partners and sponsors.
4. Increasing local and international awareness for African Models, Fashion, Art and Music brands and talent, we hope to inspire increased demands and brand loyalty.
5. We hope to assist in creating a positive knock on effect that will facilitate job creation, growth and security for the industry by extension that of its patrons and sponsors.
6. To transfer business knowledge on the modelling, fashion, art and music industry to the general public.
7. Create platforms for international exposure for young Nigerians interested in making a living in the modelling, fashion, art and music industry.
Meet the contestants:
PHOTOS FROM THE UNVEILING EVENT AT LAMANGO
PHOTOS FROM AFTER PARTY AT CLUB UNO
PHOTOGRAPHY BY: HOT NAIJA PARTIES
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