Isio De-laVega Wanogho

Isio Wanogho (born November 17, 1983) is a Nigerian supermodel, columnist, painter, and interior architect. She began modeling in 2002. Early life Wanogho was born in Nigeria. She attended Mayflower School, where completed her primary and secondary education, and proceeded to Paris, France, where she earned an M.Sc in Interior Design. In 2008, Wanogho earned her B.A in Painting and Sculpture from the University of Dundee. Her artworks were influenced by Yoruba culture.

Career Wanogho was discovered by model scout Otu Winpana on her way home from private lessons. She participated and was a finalist in the 2002 QueenAfrik beauty pageant. In 2015, Wanogho was named the campaign ambassador for DIESEL as well as the face of company.

Wanogho began presenting in 2006. She became the presenter of Soundcity's affiliate fashion station, Spice TV, in 2009 and founded Isio De-laVega Design Studios (IDDS) in 2012. Wanogho has received several awards including the 2010 The FAB Awards for Best Presenter, the 2010 African Youth Society Role Model Award, and the 2010 NMAA Best Model-Presenter award. In 2014, Wanogho appeared on Ndani TVs Gidi Up and Badt Guy.

Awards and nominations 2011: African youth Society: Honorary achievement award and African role Model 2010: FAB International magazine, Model of the Year 2010: Nigerian Model Achievers Award: Best TV Presenter 2009: The Future Awards Africa - model of the year finalist 2010: The Future Awards nominee for TV presenter of the year 2009: Exquisite magazine finalist - female TV presenter of the year 2017: YNaija/Leading Ladies Africa's 100 Most Inspiring Women in Nigeria