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Chima Udoye wins Nigerian Idol S9

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Chima Udoye accepts a cheque for ₦30m after winning Nigerian Idol S9

Chima Udoye has been crowned the winner of the ninth season of reality singing competition Nigerian Idol.

This year’s show was themed ‘Let Your Dreams Take Flight.’ Ten contestants competed for the top prize, which includes a record deal, ₦30m (US$18,500) in cash and a car.

Reacting on stage to his win, Udoye said: “I had to take a bit of time to sit and think of what to say to you all, but I find it difficult to put my emotions into words. I believe this is the happiest I’ve ever been, and I’m so happy that you all helped me get here. I’m happy that each and every one of you was there with me from the start and every step of the way.

“Thank you to Nigerian Idol for giving me a platform to understand and express myself more than I believed I could. Thank you to [Nigerian Idol host] IK Osakioduwa for being there to talk and calm me in times of distress. You are truly an inspiration.

“Thank you to my amazing judges, Rich Assani, Omawumi and 9ice, for seeing me as worthy enough to even make it to the top 10. Your comments will forever push me to do and be more. Thank you to my fellow contestants for making me feel loved. You are all amazing and thank you all for choosing me to be your winner and your Nigerian Idol.”

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Nigerian Idol unveils S6 finalists

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Musical reality show Nigerian Idol has revealed the top 11 contestants who will compete for a chance to win this year’s sixth season.

The top contestants out of 68 chosen by judges Seyi Shay, DJ Sose and Obi Asika are: Faith Mark, Akunna Okey, Daniel Ikechi, Dotun Deloye, Clinton Francis, Emmanuel Elijah, Comfort Alalade, Faith Jason, Beyonce Ajomiwe, Kingdom Kroseide and Faith Onyeje.

Announcing the news on Instagram, MultiChoice-owned TV platform DStv said: “Your TV screen is about to be lit! Meet your Nigerian Idol top 11. Who will you vote for?”

The show is sponsored by Bigi Drinks and Tecno Mobile and will launch on May 9 on Africa Magic Showcase (DStv channel 151), Africa Magic Urban (DStv channel 153) and Africa Magic Family (DStv channel 154 & GOtv channel 2) from 19.00.

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Nigerian Idol S6 host, judges named

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Nigerian Idol host IK Osakioduwa with judges Seyi Shay, DJ Sose and Obi Asika

Music reality show Nigerian Idol has revealed the host and judges for its forthcoming sixth season.

The new season will be fronted by award-winning host IK Osakioduwa, while music stars Seyi Shay, DJ Sose and Obi Asika will be the judges.

The show, which is back following five years off-air, will be shown on MultiChoice-owned channel Africa Magic via DStv 198 and GOtv 29.

The premiere date of the show has yet to be announced.

The show is based on the globe-trotting Idols talent format from TV producer Simon Fuller and production group Fremantle and debuted in Nigeria in 2010.

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Nigerian Idol to return for S6

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Music reality show Nigerian Idol, the local version of the internationally successful talent show format from Fremantle, will return for a sixth season following five years off air.

The series will air via MultiChoice Nigeria, whose CEO, John Ugbe, said: “Nigeria is at the heart of music excellence and we are excited to announce that Nigerian Idol is officially back, starting with the online auditions.

“For us at MultiChoice, it has always been about talent development and giving our subscribers superior content that they can relate to and engage with. Idols is one show with a track record of producing the most popular music idols around the world, and we are happy to bring season six of Nigerian Idol to your screens.”

Online auditions for the new season have commenced and will close on December 13. Interested persons between the age of 16 and 30 should record a 30-second video singing any song and upload the video here.

Winners from previous seasons include Onyekachi Elizabeth Gilbert Onwuka, Mercy Chinwo, Moses Obi Adigwe, Evelle and K-Peace. Over the years, the show has produced Nigerian stars such as Timi Dakolo and Omawumi.

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Nigerian Idol S7 judges unveiled

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L-R: D’banj, Obi Asika, Similoluwa Kosoko and IK Osakioduwa

The judges for the upcoming seventh season of music reality competition show Nigerian Idol have been revealed.

New for this season are pop stars Dapo Oyebanjo (aka D’banj) and Similoluwa Kosoko (aka Simi), while music entrepreneur Obi Asika will continue where he left off last season. Award-winning presenter IK Osakioduwa will also return as this season’s host.

“Nigerian Idol Fam! Say hello to your superstar judges, D’banj, Obi Asika, Simi and host IK Osakioduwa. Now this is something to look forward to,” said broadcaster Africa Magic on Instagram.

Contestants will be judged based on their creativity, the strength of their voice and their stage performances. The winner of Nigerian Idol S7 will take receive ₦30m (US$73,000), a new SUV, a six-track EP recording deal with three music videos included, an all-expenses-paid trip to the Seychelles and a weekend getaway to Dubai for two.

The new season will air on Africa Magic Showcase, Africa Magic Urban and Africa Magic Family from February 6.

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Auditions open for Nigerian Idol S7

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Musical reality show Nigerian Idol, based on Fremantle’s globe-trotting talent show format, is coming back for a seventh season.

MultiChoice Nigeria has announced that online auditions are open and will close on November 28. Anyone interested aged between16 and 30 should upload a 60-second video of themselves singing any song of their choice here.

Busola Tejumola, executive head of content and West Africa channels at MultiChoice Nigeria, said: “MultiChoice remains committed to promoting and giving young music talents in Nigeria a platform to shine and actualise their dreams.

“Season seven promises to be even bigger and more entertaining. So if you believe you have what it takes to be the next Nigerian Idol, be a part of the auditions.”

The show is sponsored by beverage company Bigi Drinks and will air on MultiChoice pay TV platforms DStv and GOtv in February 2022.

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Kingdom crowned Nigerian Idol winner

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Kingdom Krosiede, from Nigeria’s Bayelsa State, has been declared the winner of the sixth season of singing competition show Nigerian Idol.

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The series, based on the much-travelled Idols format that is distributed via RTL-owned Fremantle, entered its sixth run in Nigeria in March, with 11 contestants in the running for the grand prize and other consolation prizes.

For his win, Krosiede received a cash prize of N30m (US$73,000), a new SUV, a recording deal, a deal for three music videos, an all-expenses-paid trip to the Seychelles, a weekend getaway to Dubai for two, a range of Tecno products, a Bigi-branded refrigerator and a year’s supply of Bigi drinks, and a DSTV Explora premium subscription for 12 months.

Krosiede said: “Thank you all so much for the support and love. It’s a whole lot being the winner of something. This decision which you took to make me your idol wouldn’t be in vain. Thank you Africa, thank you Nigeria, thank you Bayelsa, thank you Port Harcourt.”

The show’s producers added on Instagram: “We wish Kingdom all the best as he begins his new life as Naija’s newest idol.”

Nigerian Idol airs on various MultiChoice channels, including Africa Magic.

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