After visiting 5 cities and several
months of nerve-wrecking auditions and thousands of Nigerians giving their all
to be on Africa’s No 1 music talent show, Nigerian Idol is officially down to
the final 12 contestants.
Belting it all out for the unique
opportunity to emerge as the winner of the fourth season of the show and also
walk away with a series of mouth-watering prizes are 12 of Nigeria’s vocally
talented youths.
One of these 12 will be crowned the 4th
Nigerian Idol joining Yeka, Mercy and Moses in the league of winners and also
walk away with the whooping sum of N7.5 million, a recording deal from
Universal studios, a brand new SUV and numerous consolation prizes
1. ZIBILI
EVELYN IBHADE (EVELLE)
A
relentless fighter and die-hard fan of Beyoncé, Evelle is a soulful singer that
takes her motivation from God and past experiences. Though her journey in the competition hasn’t
been easy, she believes that giving nothing but the best will take her to the
top.
2. ESE IDOWU
(NEX2)
Nex2
is an easy-going, goal- focused student from Edo State, who wants to use his
gift and love for music to enrich Nigeria and the sphere of music in general.
He draws his musical inspiration from R.Kelly and Rueben Studdard.
3. LISA
STEPHNEY OMOROEGBE (LISA)
The
jovial, fun-loving lady is a vocal powerhouse from the ancient city of Benin.
Inspired by Bruno Mars and Keyshia Cole, Lisa believes that winning Nigerian
Idol will help her fulfil her endless goals and aspirations in the music world.
4. PAUL ENOMA
(XOLANI)
A graduate of Computer Science and
Statistics from the University of Benin, Xolani is one contestant with sound
musical roots. With a background from the church, he hopes to abide by the
rules of the Idol game and add some spice of originality to succeed.
5. OGECHUKWU
OKAFOR (MS. OGE)
The
biochemistry graduate loves her job, but has a greater love for music. She
buries herself in good movies once in a while, but never fails to couple it
with melodies from Whitney Houston, Beyoncé, Micheal Jackson, Rihanna and
Alicia Keys.
6. BLESSING
BASSEY (BEEBEE BASSEY)
From
a Christian background, Beebee has been able to merge both contemporary and
gospel songs to fit perfectly in the music industry. Her strategy is to capture
the hearts of viewers every week by being creative and entertaining.
7. ELVIS
EJIRO (ELVIS JAY)
The
22-year old student of Benin, studying Industrial Physics started as an
instrumentalist before joining the choir. Elvis, who is a member of a band back
home, believes that his ability to watch, learn and add his own creativity will
single him out in the competition.
8. ANTHONY
AKPAN (ANTWON)
A
familiar face from previous seasons of the competition, Antwon is a charming
fellow that belts out excellent notes in addition to his smooth dance moves.
Having striking resemblance with Usher Raymond, Antwon also takes mentorship from
the RnB legend.
9. AHPOVIRI
ESE NYERHOVOO (NYRO LOVE)
The
very introverted Delta state indigene believes that she is the real deal that
the Nigerian music industry needs to explode. She sees Nigerian Idol as a
youthful, energetic and engaging platform that will launch her into a music
career.
10. OBED
NZUBECHUKWU OGBONNA (OBED)
The
soft-spoken 26-year old graduate is a lover of social networking, but sees
Nigerian Idol has the platform to project himself to the world. He hopes to do
his utmost best throughout the competition, leaving the rest to God to make way
for him.
11. JESSE OKONKOWO (JESSE RAEY)
The
25-year old diploma graduate is driven by his love and passion for Nigerian
music. Influenced by Craig David and Brandy, Jesse believes that there is
enough space at the top for great musicians to be born out of Nigeria.
12. ODUGBEMI
IDOWU SARAH (EYE-D)
A
graduate of agricultural science, Eye-D loves to sing and her love for music
was her inspiration to enter Nigerian Idol. With a voice that can move
mountains, Eye-D believes that she has unique vocal prowess to shake and mould
the music industry.
Catch exciting performances as Nigerian
Idol airs on NTA, STV, HIP TV, CRBC CALABAR, DRTV WARRI and Various Startimes
Channels on Saturday and Sunday’s.
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