For its ninth season, a new panel of judges will be vetting the music hopefuls that will grace the stage of Nigerian Idol. They are the iconic songstress Omawumi, R&B crooner Ric Hassani, and the legendary lyricist 9ice.
The trio will take over the judging panel, which in previous editions had the current Director-General, National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), Obi Asika, songstress Simi and creative entrepreneur D’banj.
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“Nigerian Idol has continuously set the standard for music talent shows in Africa, and Season 9 promises to be no exception. With Omawunmi, Ric Hassani, and 9ice on board, viewers can expect unparalleled talent, excitement, and entertainment. We are proud to showcase the immense musical prowess that Nigeria has to offer and look forward to another unforgettable season,” said Executive Head Content and Channels, West Africa, MultiChoice, Dr. Busola Tejumola.
Nigerian Idol S9, with its theme “Let Your Dreams Take Flight,” is set to premiere on April 21, with live performances kicking off on May 26, 2024.