By Gabriel Ewepu

ABUJA- THE Diamond Modelling Agency, DMA, has commended Mike Okiro Foundation, for supporting project called ‘Next Model to Stardom Reality TV Project’.

Prince Thomas

The commendation was made by the Manager, DMA, Prince Thomas, while explaining that the reality TV show aims to change the perception of people about the modelling industry.

Thomas said the Foundation has enormously supported DMA’s initiative to repackage the modelling industry and make it responsible through the ‘Next Model to Stardom Reality TV Project’ that would soon be on air.

According to him DMA tends to add more value to the life of people and correct the wrong impression people have about models and the modelling industry following wrong impression by majority of Nigerians, but argued that models are not prostitutes, but ‘public figures’ that promote brands and fashion with their concept and creative ability.

He said, “The Mike Okiro Foundation has been helpful and supportive to ensure that the ‘Next Model To Stardom Reality TV Project’ becomes a success, ensuring that the positive reason for the project is achieved.

“The former Inspector General of Police and Chairman of the Foundation, Sir Mike Okiro, has demonstrated and acted to ensure young Nigerians are made productive and contribute to the development of the country. We appreciate his support and we will not disappoint him.

“He has been on the crusade to ensure young people in the country become useful to themselves and we in DMA have received his support to revolutionise the modelling industry in Nigeria and Africa.

“We have also commenced the campaign against immoral lifestyle and trafficking in the modelling industry, and we have started educational classes and skill acquisition training for the models under our training, and this would soon be on our reality TV show.”

He also expressed optimism that every model in Nigeria will soon feel the positive impact in the industry with good welfare packages and payment, and added that they should also change their lifestyle and attitude as things will soon get better.

“The industry would soon be galvanised for better because well spirited personalities and organisations are fully supporting the new vision and initiative DMA is taking. We appreciate the support of Senator Magnus Abe, representing Rivers South-East Senatorial District.

“Senator Magnus Abe has a vision for adding value to the life of young people and he has giving his support to the revolution DMA has started in the modelling industry, and we appreciate him for that.

“Also Rev. Joseph Omegbu, who has been a pillar behind developing young people’s talent and assisting them to be worthy citizens and assets of the country, and we appreciate his effort for keying into the vision of DMA, and we make him one of our patrons, and we believe in him because he supports what is genuine and for positive change, and with all these personalities and others that will support us this initiative to sanitise the modelling industry in this country is achievable”, he stated.