Who are you?
I’m Joy Ubeku a fashion model( Runway and Editorial)
Actress and a Tv host
Where are you from?
I’m from Nigeria
How did you hear about these awards?
I was one of the models selected to attend the Zikomo Awards show last year but I was unable to attend so I got to hear about SSAA through the W/Group.
How do you feel about the nomination?
I’ll start by saying, it’s the recognition for me, it shows I’m on the right path and as one of the African representatives I’ll say, it felt great to be nominated alone.
What category did you represent?
Best star model of the year in West Africa
What do you got to tell the upcoming artists or those aspiring to do what you do?
Keep pushing there’s no limit.
Do you have many followers, what can others do to grow and get more followers?
Just have great content and people will follow you
What are your future aspirations?
To be one of the greatest designers in the world.
Your last words?
Thank you for having me and thank you SSAA
What was your initial reaction when you emerged winner of this award?
It felt like I was in a different world, my excitement was off the roof and couple with the fact that I didn’t make it to the event I was like, maybe I won’t win this one? But in the end grace found me.
What will you say stands you out among others?
Hard work and dedication, I have never for once said I can’t do it but rather keep going.
Incidentally, Zikomo African awards is coming along the line, what’s your expectation?
Firstly I’d like to be on the nomination list and then win my category like I did in the SSAA, I won’t rest until I bring it home if nominated
