Ngo was born Ngoli Onyeka Okafor in Framingham, Massachusetts to Clement and Rose Okafor. Shortly before his second birthday he moved home to Nigeria with his family where he spent 16 years then returned to the United States to attend the University of Connecticut. After spending a few years working with computer companies in Connecticut and New York he began his modeling career and hasn't looked back. He has been featured in several magazines such as Vogue, Vibe, The source, ESPN magazine, Fortune magazine, Honey, W and recently in the April edition of Men's Health. His work as an actor has been featured on TV in Sex and the City, All my children and on video.

Fox: How did your parents feel about modeling at the beginning of your career and how do they feel now?

Ngo: My parents were completely against me modeling. They did not see a future in it because very few models are able to make a living and take care of family responsibilities. But after years of success in the modeling and acting business, they are now able to relax and trust that I will be fine.

Fox: Many people think that models have it easy. Traveling, being pampered. How do you feel about that perception?

Ngo: The traveling and pampering are necessary in the marketing of any product. If the model does not look great, the product will not sell. It's all about creating an illusion. In spite of all that, my life is far from easy. I say that because in addition to regular modeling work I also have to run my production company - Biafra Entertainment. Running my production company is a 24/7 business. Although I get to travel, do a lot of fun things and hang out with interesting people, it is still work. I still have to take care of business.

Fox: You have worked with Lil' Kim, Mary J. Blige and appeared in top magazines such as Vogue, Vibe and Men's Health. With all this success, how do you stay grounded?

Ngo: I've been really blessed. I consider myself lucky to be where I am today. I have also worked very hard. The most important thing that I keep in mind is that this is still a business. You are here today gone tomorrow.

Fox: Your profession requires an excellent physique. How do you stay in shape?

Ngo: I stay in shape by putting in my time in the gym. I run for 15 minutes on the treadmill and ride the bike for 30 minutes. I then lift weights for an hour afterwards. All that work is wasted if I do not watch what I eat and when I eat. I keep my carbs low and proteins high. It's hard to do since pounded yam is my favorite food. I also keep the fried foods to a minimum.

Fox: We know you left Nigeria when you were only 18, have you been back since then and what do you miss most about the country?

Ngo: I haven't been home since I got here. I miss everything about Nigeria. I miss having access to our food at all times. I miss the warm weather. I miss how real we are back home. I miss it all.

Fox: You left Nigeria during the height of military rule. Since then the country has moved on to democracy. What do you think about the current political climate in the country?

Ngo: It is actually worse. The Naira is still weak. The funds are still frozen at the top. Things haven't really changed.

Fox: What about the opposite sex is so sexy for Ngo?

Ngo: The sexiest qualities in a woman for me are strength and independence.

Fox: At work you are surrounded by beautiful models, does a real girl stand a chance with you? Our female members would also like to know if you are available.

Ngo: Of course. I only date real girls. I rarely ever date models. I try not to date girls that I work with. You know the old saying, " do not mix business with pleasure". And "YES", I am available.

Fox: Do you have any advice for aspiring Nigerian models?

Ngo: The advice is the same advice that I would give everyone - work hard on your product, which is yourself. Always be prepared. Nobody wants to hear excuses.

Fox: Any style tips you can pass along to our members?

Ngo: Always be yourself. You make the clothes hot. The clothes should be happy that you are wearing them.

Fox: What is playing in you CD player right now?

Ngo: A hip-hop mix tape

Fox: With a grueling schedule like yours it is easy for one to get stressed out. What do you do to unwind

Ngo: I write short stories and work with my digital video camera

Fox: Egusi or Ogbono?

Ngo: Egusi of course. And don't forget the pounded yam.

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We're very grateful to Ngo for making time out of his hectic schedule to chat with us. Be sure to visit his website http://www.getingo.com to learn more about him and see more hot pics.