Notice: Function _load_textdomain_just_in_time was called incorrectly. Translation loading for the wordpress-seo domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home/bcm/src/dev/www/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6121 Nigerian Idol | Zikoko!
Last Sunday’s Nigerian Idol was incredible. With a legendary guest judge, double performances, a surprise proposal, and a shocking goodbye, Nigerian Idol gave it all.
MI Abaga brings the heat!
Renowned rapper MI Abaga joined the judges’ panel, adding his iconic Mr. Incredible energy to the judge’s corner as the contestants upped the stake, giving us two performances each. A soulful R&B number, and Naija Gbedu.
The journey ends for Maio.
In the show’s usual fashion, you know that once IK gets serious and requests that the lights go dim, it is time for a contestant to go home, and sadly, it was the end of the road for Maio as he amassed the lowest number of votes.
Naija Gbedu takes centre stage.
The show kicked off properly, with the remaining four contestants showcasing their favourite Naija Gbedu tracks. Chima took the stage first, serenading the audience with Wizkid and Tems’ hit “Essence.” Lammy took us on a trip down memory lane with a performance of the timeless love song “Olufunmi” by Stylplus. Mira Clear kept the vibes flowing with a smooth performance of Fave’s infectious tune, “Baby Riddim,” and Chioma closed out the segment with a show-stopping performance of Chike’s “Hard to Find,” leaving everyone breathless.
Love takes the spotlight.
While the contestants prepped for their next round, host IK surprised everyone by bringing audience member Joseph on stage to perform. However As his girlfriend, Rose, joined him on stage for supposed moral support, Joseph stole the spotlight. He dropped down on one knee, pouring his heart out to Rose in a surprise proposal. And yes, she said yes!
The R&B Round
Contestants returned for the second round, performing their preferred R&B number. Chima, riding on his impressive performance streak, gave an impressive performance of Chaka Khan’s powerful ballad “Through the Fire,” earning high praise from the judges. Lammy poured his soul into John Legend’s “Ordinary People.” Channelling her inner diva, Mira Claire delivered a show-stopping performance of Beyoncé’s “Broken-Hearted Girl.” According to Omawumi, Chioma maintained her steeze and composure with her performance of Rhianna’s “Man Down.”.
If you missed the last episode or any previous ones, you can download the DStv or GOtv Stream app to catch up on all missed episodes. You can also tune in to Africa Magic Showcase (DStv ch 151 & GOtv ch 12) and Africa Magic Family (DStv ch 154 & GOtv ch 7) at 7 pm every Sunday to enjoy the live show. To subscribe, reconnect, or upgrade your package, dial *288# and stay connected to not miss any moment.
Talent pass talent, but it took a lot to evict many talented people before the finale. This finale has Precious Mac and Victor Gbakara facing off for the Grand Prize. You definitely want to be there.
Stellar performances
Wherever you have good musical talent, you’ll definitely find good musical performances. Don’t just take our word for it. Watch the finale and see for yourself.
The judges
The lineup of judges on Nigerian Idol seasons has always been stellar. This season, we have D’Banj, Simi and Obi Asika. It’s giving legendary.
Lots of tension
If you’ve been following the show from the beginning, you definitely have a favourite. Prepare yourself for the tension that comes with the prospect of seeing your fave win or lose.
GOtv will turn up
They’ve been there since the beginning, and they will be there for the finale. In fact, if you want to watch the finale, subscribe or stay connected to GOtv to enjoy the show.
The results
Why are we watching it if not to see who wins? The results are where the tension is always highest, and that’s why you should vote for your fave, so they can stand a chance to win.
Voting is easy. All you have to do is visit their website, and you’ll have 100 votes to cast. If you want more votes, download the My GOtv App and automatically get 2,500 votes. Whatever you do, just make sure you vote. It’ll be nice to see your fave go home with prizes worth ₦100m.
Don’t miss the Nigerian Idol finale showing this Sunday @ 7pm on GOtv Africa Magic Family (Channel 7) and Africa Magic Urban (Channel 8 )
He won the inaugural season of the Nigerian Idol in 2007, back when it was still called Idols West Africa. Since then, he’s dropped us hits like “Iyawo Mi” and “Wish Me Well”. We also don’t need to mention just how beautiful his voice is.
Omawumi
Remember how Timi came first? Yeah, Omawumi came in close second and since then, she’s given us classic hits like Megbele and had us dancing Bottom Belle even though she’s never explained what it meant.
Mercy Chinwo
We’re not joking when we say her voice can strike the fear of God in your heart. But that’s not all she’s known for. She also won the second season of the Nigerian Idol.
Francis Atela
He may not have made it to the finals, but he was hot enough to get through the auditions and knockout stages two seasons in a row.
Kingdom Kroseide
His story is funny because he wasn’t among the initially selected ten contestants, but his audition was so good that they created an extra slot just for him, and he went on to win the grand prize. See what we’re talking about.
Progress Chukwuyem
He’s only the latest winner of the Nigerian Idol, but he’s disturbing the Afrobeats scene already.
Then… there’s Season 8
We’ve been wondering who the next person to enter this hall of fame would be. There’s Goodness, who performed “We Found Love” by Rihanna and blew the audience away. There’s also Ose Daniel who’s already one of the top two voices on this season.
But why don’t you watch the show on GOtv and decide for yourself?
The performances tonight were definitely epic. Click through to watch all of them again.🔥🚀 #NigerianIdol@closeupng
Season 8 of Nigerian Idol is here and you don’t want to miss it! Subscribe now to GOtv, so you can watch the show and witness the rise of the next sensation in Nigerian music. Even better, you can download the #MyGOtvApp to stay connected to the show 24/7. Don’t sleep on this!
Also, make sure to vote for your faves so you can actually help them win.
Introduces pivotal opportunity to support artistes across Nigeria
(LAGOS, Nigeria – March 28, 2023) – Cadbury Nigeria Plc (a subsidiary of Mondelēz International), producers of the number one leading Nigerian candy brand – TomTom, with variants; TomTom Classic and TomTom Freshlime, has been announced as the official sponsor of Nigerian Idol Season 8. This announcement was made at a media conference held in Lagos by MultiChoice Nigeria.
(L-R) Marketing Intern at TomTom Nigeria, Emmanuel Kuram; Nigerian Idol host, IK Osakioduwa; Executive Head, Content and West Africa Channels, Busola Tejumola; Nigerian Idol Host, Obi Asika; Brand Manager (Gum & Candy) Cadbury West Africa, Joan Odafe; Executive Head Marketing, Multichoice Nigeria, Tope Oshunkeye, at the Nigerian Idol press conference held at Multichoice Studio, Lagos State recently.
According to the Executive Head of Content and West African Channels at MultiChoice Nigeria, Busola Tejumola, Nigerian Idol continues to offer a unique platform for artistes to showcase their talent to a growing national and continental audience.
Category Lead (Gum and Candy), Cadbury West Africa, Morolake Emokpaire, discussed TomTom’s support of the music and entertainment industry at large – expressing TomTom’s enthusiasm for empowering young talented artistes. In her remarks, she said, “We are excited to be partnering with MultiChoice Nigeria to sponsor Nigerian Idol and build momentum with our investment in Nigeria’s music talent. We are proud to be associated with such an iconic talent show and look forward to the upcoming season’s activities”.
TomTom’s sponsorship of the show is in line with its social mission to discover, nurture and showcase young creatives. Brand Manager (Gum & Candy), Cadbury West Africa, Joan Odafe, emphasised this in her remarks when she said: “As part of our commitment to support young, aspiring talents, we will work with the first runner-up to further hone their music abilities. Through the programme, our team and partners will guide the individual through a bootcamp, as we provide the relevant promotional media benefits to support the growth of their music career.”
The show will premiere on April 23, with live performances starting on May 28. The grand finale will be shown on Africa Magic Showcase, Africa Magic Urban, and Africa Magic Family every Sunday for the next nine weeks, beginning on July 16. The official Channel of the show would also be accessible on DSTV Channel 119.
TomTom has continued to support the growth of talent in the entertainment space over the years through partnerships and sponsorships of events like the Clout Talk Concert, Ric Hassani Live, Pulse Fiesta, Vector’s Album Listening Party, DJ Consequence’s ‘Vibe of the Year’ party, and the 2022 MTV Base Cypher.
With its investment in Nigeria’s music industry, Tom Tom seeks to enhance the discovery of new talent, as it contributes to nurturing and showcasing young creatives who breathe for their passions. The mint candy’s ‘Breathe for It’ programme, which includes its Verse Challenge and Breathe Summit, will be expanded to include more partnerships and platforms that encourage individual and community growth.
About Mondelēz International
Mondelēz International helps people to snack right in over 150 countries across the world. With global net revenues of approximately $28.7 billion in 2021, it is one of the world’s largest snack companies. They also make and sell gum & candies as well as various dairy & groceries and powdered beverage goods in select markets. It operates in over 80 countries and employs approximately 80,000 people worldwide in our factories, offices, research and development facilities, and distribution activities. You can also visit Mondelez International
About Cadbury Nigeria Plc
The origins of Cadbury Nigeria Plc. date back to the 1950s when the business was founded as an operation to source cocoa beans from Nigeria, and as a precursor to enable the company’s founders to tap into opportunities used to serve the local consumer-market with world-famous, Cadbury-branded products. Fast forward to 2021, with our cocoa and butter processing plant in Ondo State and our manufacturing plant in Ikeja, Lagos state, we are proud manufacturers of our local flagship brand Cadbury Bournvita and our most loved candy brand for soothing relief, TOM TOM. We are also custodians of iconic and well-loved local brands such as Trebor Cadbury Buttermint, Cadbury Dairy milk, Cadbury Hot chocolate and Clorets. You can also visit their website for more information. Cadbury
Say what you want about reality TV, but as someone who lives for drama and messiness, they’re the gifts that keep giving. Whether it’s housemates fighting in the Big Brother Naija house or singers crying after being rejected from a singing show, reality TV has given some truly memorable moments.
Here are some reality TV show moments that still live rent free in our heads and either make us cringe or burst into laughter from time to time.
Rita’s debate on Koko Mansion (2009)
No one remembers Koko Mansion these days , but one popular moment that has been burnt into my memory is this clip where one of the show’s contestants gbagauning back to back like it’s no one’s business. Such an iconic throwback pop culture moment.
Viral “bunch of women” video from Judging Matters (2022)
You have to be living under a rock not to have heard at least one viral soundbite from this episode of Judging Matters. People say “men are scum” all the time, but after listening to this woman narrate all her husband put her through, I believe this man is at the top of the scum totem pole. As sad as her story was, “what a life?” and “bunch of women” quickly turned the clip into TikTok gold.
Ozo’s failed attempt to kiss Nengi on Big Brother Naija (2020)
Probably one of the most cringeworthy moments in Big Brother Naija history, Ozo’s attempt to kiss Nengi and the way she curved him lives rent free in my head. I still haven’t gotten over the secondhand embarrassment I felt that night. And let’s just say Dorathy and Vee’s reactions haven’t made it easy for me to forget either.
Cee-C vs all the other housemates on Big Brother Naija (2018)
Cee-C the troublemaker. This babe terrorised everyone while she was a contestant on Big Brother Double Wahala and I lived for every moment. Whether it was dragging Tobi daily, almost breaking Lolu’s balls or fighting Alex, Koko and Nina, Cee-C was the ultimate entertainer that year. I stan a messy queen.
Mercy’s iconic “I just want to relas and be taken kiaruf” line on Mercy and Ike (2020)
I don’t know what motivated Mercy to say this on her Big Brother spinoff show with Ike, Mercy and Ike. But as a tired Nigerian, I get it. I, too, would like to relass and be taken kairuf. Thanks.
Caroline and Laura’s fight on Real Housewives of Lagos (2022)
I just want to use this opportunity to thank the team behind The Real Housewives of Lagos for serving us premium drama in 2022. While the show had a lot of chaotic moments, nothing topped Caroline and Laura’s fight after weeks of strategic shading and premeditated violence. Someone was accused of sleeping with politicians to sell books, another person was accused of sleeping with “small small boys” and wigs were thrown all over the place — ingredients for a perfect Real Housewives showdown, if you ask me.
Alex crying like a widow because of Leo on Big Brother Naija (2018)
While Alex and Leo from the Big Brother Double Wahala season were a cute couple, nothing prepared me for just how badly she took his eviction from the show. This babe went into full Hilda Dokubo mode as if her husband had just been killed in the evil forest.
Girl, he was evicted, not murdered, why this?
Aroma, the first guy to win ₦10m on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (2009)
I can still remember talking about this episode of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? in class the next day, while in secondary school. Aroma winning the grand prize on the show felt like a victory for ALL Nigerians. I wonder where he is today and if that ₦10 million is still remaining small.
This is one of those reality TV show moments where you want to feel bad for a contestant, but you just can’t hold back the laughter. After failing to impress judges on Nigeria Got Talent, this contestant had an emotional, but lowkey hilarious breakdown in the corner of the stage. I really want other people to watch and laugh so I can rest well knowing I’m not the only one who won’t make heaven.
BBNaija Lockdown Reunion on Big Brother Naija (2021)
Big Brother Naija is chaotic AF by design, but shit gets ten times more insane when each set of contestants come back for the reunion show the following year. Having had time to watch clips from the main show, the contestants from the Lockdown season went ham, dragging each other for filth. Ka3na accused Praise of being a one-minute man, Vee admitted to being a witch, Kiddwaya showed up looking like Jon Snow and blowjobs in the house were blown out of proportion. Those reunion episodes had me in a chokehold for weeks.
Erica and Gordons Gin vs. Laycon on Big Brother Naija (2020)
If there’s one thing Erica’s attack on Laycon taught me, it’s to stay away from Gordons Dry Gin. Omo, that drink turned Stargirl Erica into Savage Erica and I’m still shook till today.
Caroline and Chioma’s surprise fall out on Real Housewives of Lagos (2022)
Caroline and Chioma’s fallout was one fight I didn’t see coming after weeks of watching The Real Housewives of Lagos. These women were best friend goals at the start of the show, but like Tiannah Styling said, “Loyalties do shifty sometimes.”
I’m still rooting for them, and I hope they settle their beef on or before the next season. Please my faves, make it work for Conrad.
Hilarious cover of Chris Brown’s Don’t Judge Me on Project Fame (2014)
Honestly, I don’t wanna go there either.
Liquorose’s Saturday night dance moves on Big Brother Naija (2021)
We can’t talk about Saturday night parties in the Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eye house without talking about Liquorose’s moves. This babe danced like she was on Maltina Danceall or Stomp the Yard every Saturday from the week she landed to the week she was evicted. C for consistency.
Seyi Shay and the singer who can never make it, on Nigerian Idol (2021)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nG316o17qVc
You can’t come on a singing show and expect judges to lie to you about your performance. It’s crazy that when Seyi Shay told a contestant to quit singing and stick to writing, her statement divided Nigerians. I can confidently say that I’m #TeamSeyiShay on this. If you can’t stand the heat, go to the parlour — or whatever they say.
Reality shows are fun and entertaining; so much display of talent you can’t help but be wowed. Still, if you think only the contestants in these shows are an interesting bunch, then let us introduce you to the other central figures – judges.
Read on.
1. The bad belle ones
Forget about trying to impress them. No contestant ever deserves a “YES” with their face like that of a stone.
2. The motivating ones
They smile, encourage you, and have a kind word even if you don’t make it to the next stage.
3. The inscrutable ones
You never really know if they’re pleased or displeased, especially if they have shades on. Fear them.
4. The misleading ones
Don’t lose your guard around these ones. They can lead you on, but still shock you with a resounding “NO” after your performance.
5. The neutral ones
They’re neither here nor there. Whatever their fellow judges say, they support.
6. The oversabi ones
Fine, their work is to judge, but there are some who-ask-you things they should not just open their mouth and say.
If you think we’re lying, here’s how to settle the matter. Tune in to channel 2 (African magic family) on GOtv Max every Sunday, by 7 p.m. to watch Nigerian Idol. Not only will you catch all the entertaining and fun moments, you’d be able to observe which category the judges fall into.
