When Pepsi rocked Uniabuja for ‘Nigerian Idol’

It was 2.15pm. Worshippers from the Friday Jumat service were returning to their offices and homes from the convocation ground the prayer venue. Students were shuffling from one corner of the campus to the other; some were seen in groups discussing. Soon the sound of Iyanya’s ‘Kurukere’ wafted from the convocation arena and like ants […]

It was 2.15pm. Worshippers from the Friday Jumat service were returning to their offices and homes from the convocation ground the prayer venue. Students were shuffling from one corner of the campus to the other; some were seen in groups discussing.

Soon the sound of Iyanya’s ‘Kurukere’ wafted from the convocation arena and like ants stirred, the students followed the direction of the sound as if in search of an oasis in a desert.

From different road tributaries the students moved to the convocation ground to catch fun and begin the weekend on an exciting note. As MC Tony was inviting the students to come party, two young ladies stepped forward, strutting their stuff; waist shaking and sexy dance steps. They were joined by other effervescent youngsters as Omawunmi’s ‘Bottom Belle’ hit them hard.

Comedians of different likes and shades also had their day thrilling the students who had gathered under the surrounding trees and pavilion.

There were lots of free Pepsi drink and other products of Seven-Up Bottling Company Plc.

Fantastic Pepsi prizes were given to best dancers, comedians at the UniAbuja show.

Marketing Manager, Key Accounts, Seven-Up Bottling Company Plc, Mrs. Patricia Iletogun said Pepsi is encouraged by the abundant talents in Nigeria to sponsor the Nigerian Idol as a way of harnessing these talents and helping the young ones to Voice Their Dream and refresh their world.

Hundreds of talented youngsters stormed the auditioning venue at Rock View Hotel, Abuja for the two-day selection process.

Those who were selected and given tickets to come to Lagos for the grand finale also received special gift packs from Pepsi, the official beverage of the Nigerian Idol.

The auditioning and selection process for the Federal Capital Territory and surrounding states took place at the Rock View Hotel on Saturday October 13 and Sunday October 14. Those selected will join contestants from other regions in Lagos for the commencement of the Nigerian Idol Season Three, in December, 2012.