The nationwide auditions of the Nigerian Idol, season 5, currently on-going in selected Nigerian cities have been successfully concluded in three of the five host centres – the ancient city of Benin, garden city of Port Harcourt and federal capital territory of Abuja. The auditions which were anchored by the three celebrity judges: Dede Mabiaku, Yinka Davies and Dare ‘Art’ Alade saw thousands of youths with talents in music at the venues for the screening exercises. Speaking about the auditions, Dare ‘Art’ Alade, described it as impressive and a positive indication of a thrilling season ahead. “The Benin, Abuja and Port Harcourt centres have thrown up a lot of talents. It just showed how exciting this season is going to be. There is a lot of competition; new voices, new faces, I can’t wait to hear them blossom and go up the ranks”. Nigerian Idol is in its fifth season after a successful debut in 2010 won by Yeka Onka. In the following years, which saw the emergence of Mercy Chinwo, Moses Adigwe and Zebili Evelyn (Evelle), it has grown in popularity and followership on the basis of the unique platforms it offers to young Nigerians with exceptional music talent. It is the only music TV reality show in Nigeria with a global appeal that currently cuts across 46 countries. It focuses on discovering Nigerian youths with talent in music and giving them a unique platform to take shots at stardom. The eventual winner goes home with N7.5 million cash reward, a brand new car, a recording deal worth N7.5 million and some high-end devices. Ibadan and Lagos are to follow in the following weeks. Nigerian Idol, season 5, is sponsored by leading telecommunications operator, Etisalat, Dabur toothpaste and e-commerce platform, Payporte and will feature enthralling performances.
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