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Audition for “Nigerian Idol” begins

The singing competition offers fantastic prizes to winners.

• November 29, 2020

Auditioning for the season 6 of Nigeria Idol, a TV reality show, is set to begin on Sunday November 29.

Gotv Nigeria announced this on its twitter @GotvNg saying, “Nigeria Idol is here. If you want to become the next big thing on Nigerian music scene, this is the BEST platform for you.

“Audition opens November 29 and closes December 13.

“Tag anyone who needs this chance.”

The reality TV series is designed to discover young Nigerians who are talented in singing.

At the commencement of the audition, 30 eligible Nigerians are often selected for the show but only 12 contestants make it to the final stage through voting.

The winners go home with prizes including N7.5 million, recording contract with Sony Music, SUV jeep and a trip to South Africa.

The criteria for interested participants are “to record their 30 seconds video of them singing any song of their choice.

“Upload it to www.Africa magic.tv/Nigerian Idol.

“Must be between 16 and 30 years old to participate.”

The show is powered by cable TV giant, Multichoice.

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