Exclusive Interview:Miss Earth Nigeria Eco-Friendly 2013, Amarachi Uwakwe, Tells public about Early Marriage, Modeling and Lots More

You won the Miss Earth Nigeria Eco-friendly 2013 beauty pageant, how did you feel when you were announced the winner?

I was overwhelmed with joy. I was all smiles even when I was called up in the top 4

You know when you get to the top, your friends start to beef and feel you have changed? How do you they see you now?You know, I am always this playful person and I love to gist with everybody. So this has attracted me to a lot of people. I guess my friends still see me as the same person because not a lot of things changed. And I always have time for my friends whenever they are around. It gives me joy.

How old were you when you won the pageant?

I was 21yrs old.

Tell us a little about your background?

I am the first in the family of 4 children. 2 boys and 2girls. My father is retired and my mother is still in civil service. She is a nurse.

Educational background?I attended Claret nursery and primary school world bank in Imo state. After my nursery and primary education, I took and passed my entrance examination into Holy rosary international college Owerri where I finished my junior and senior secondary school education. I passed my jamb exam immediately and got admitted into Imo state university to study business management. I graduated after 4years and am currently doing my NYSC in Lagos state.

Apart from Miss Earth pageant, have you tried your hands on other competitions?

Yes, miss earth is actually my fourth pageant.

Have you won any other ones apart from that?Yes. I was 1st runner up most beautiful girl in Abuja 2010. Miss tourism Imo 2011 and 1st princess carnival Calabar queen 2012.

What do you intend doing after service?I intend to pursue a career in acting and commercial modeling. Because asides modeling, I act as well.

How do your parents see your career as a model?

They support me and always advise me to do the right thing. Knowing the perception that comes when people see you are a model

Are you an advocate of early marriage?

I speak against early marriage. I am of the opinion the two parties involved be matured at heart not only age to understand the act of marriage because marriage itself is a full package filled with ups and downs.

So are you saying we shouldn’t be hearing any of that from you soon enough?

I dint say that. And remember I said for two people to agree to marry, the must atleast be matured in mind and age. They should also be able to take care of themselves without depending on others for support.
What would you now say to those who rush their children into marriage at an early stage?

I can only advice parents who rush their children into early marriage for whatever reasons. The danger involved in early marriage is more than the advantage if there is any. It exposes the child especially the girls to diseases like VVF (visicle vagina fistula) and other reproductive infection. It also make the child anti social which can make her isolate herself from people.

What is your take on teenage pregnancy?

Well as I advocate for the girl-child, teenage pregnancy is as dangerous as abortion. So the best advice is to often seek the opinion of a gynecologist and total abstinence.

Most times they say young girls that go into modeling and are looking for fast fame often sleep with model agency owners to get there, have you ever experienced or is this trend true?

Well the truth is as a model; you are supposed to be a role model to others because you are famous. But often times it is usually misunderstood. Definitely men will come after you but your ability to handle the situation is what makes you unique. Because you are what the people see.

If you weren’t going to school or you aren’t a model what would you be doing?

I probably would on set for movies or stage for plays because I love to entertain people. I love to be the reason that makes people smile or laugh.

If you were to choose a celebrity to marry, who would, you love to marry?

(Laughs) I would gladly choose Trey Songz.

What about a Nigerian celebrity?

Uurrmmm. Growing up, I have always crushed on Ramsey Noah. I love his personality.

What is your social life like?

I am very social. Am fun and interesting to be with.

What does your fashion life look like?My fashion life is fun. I love fashion so I try as much s possible to keep it simple, classy and unique. No complication at all.

Your ideal man?Hmmm. Cool, calm, intelligent, smart, fun, handsome, comfortable, I can go on and on