As Naija Sings competition ends this week, who wins the $100,000?

Drawing gradually to a close, the contestants have exerted efforts to ensure their stay week after week. The crown will be placed deservingly on the head of the ultimate Naija Singer on October 3rd. Of the contestants so far, Riola, the Kaduna female contestant who abandoned banking to participate in the show was thought of […]

Drawing gradually to a close, the contestants have exerted efforts to ensure their stay week after week. The crown will be placed deservingly on the head of the ultimate Naija Singer on October 3rd.

Of the contestants so far, Riola, the Kaduna female contestant who abandoned banking to participate in the show was thought of as the favourite, but she is evicted. And the youngest contestant, John from the Abuja region and from Benue state is being tipped for the crown following Riola and Victor’s exit.

Naija Sings’ Top 14 are of good quality. We had the Angelic Voices, Ovie, Dannyluv, Shim, Stev, and others who proved their mettle while on the show. These people must learn to grow from this reality show to doing something notable with their talents.

Naija Sings is like the American Idol, the phenomenal show that was set to scout America for a truly music superstar.

Unlike the Idol, Naija Sings creates a good opportunity to showcase that Nigerians have got music talent. There are expert guests on set every week to comment on performances. Members of the audience are also given the grace to say a thing or two about the contestants’ performances. The ultimate decider of the contestants’ fate is the viewer at home who votes regularly to sustain his favourite.

For a Naija Sings contestant, music induces an aspiration to win a whopping USD 100,000, a recording contract with Storm 360 and a lifetime opportunity to mount the stage and perform at one of the global music award shows, the Channel O Music Award.

As we move closer to the day, we continue to look for the special contestant who connects his inspiration with his dream to produce an excellent display of talent and artistry. We will also be looking for the one who stands out among the pack, doing his or her thing his or her own way; that is, creating her own style. We would be looking for what connects to us in an undeniable way, reflecting our musical roots and culture.

The winner should remember that the ‘reality’ in reality shows means that when the ovation has subsided, he or she would be left with huge expectations and must not disappoint his or her new-found fans.