Profile of Maio Nigerian Idol 2024 Season 9 Contestant – Age, State, Occupation

Maio’s musical journey began with a spark of jealousy – he was captivated by another singer’s voice and the attention it commanded. However, that jealousy transformed into a burning passion to harness his own talent.

Maio made it to the Top 29 on season 8, however his journey was cut short. That set back did not stop him from returning this season. He returns to rewrite his Nigerian Idol story with a renewed desire to prove himself. This time, he’s “coming for everything!”

Meet Maio Nigerian Idol 2024 Contestant

Nigerian Idol Season 9, themed “Let Your Dreams Take Flight,” premiered on Sunday, April 21, at 7 PM WAT on all Africa Magic Channels—Showcase (DStv ch. 151, GOtv ch. 12) and Family (DStv ch. 154, GOtv ch. 2). Live performances commenced on Sunday, May 26, 2024. Prepare for captivating season, spectacular performances, emotional moments, and candid critiques from the judges as the season unfolds.

How Does It Work?

Nigerian Idol kicks off with open auditions, inviting aspiring singers from across Nigeria to perform before a panel of esteemed judges. Successful contestants proceed to the theatre round, where they participate in group and solo performances, with the judges selecting the best to advance.

The competition intensifies during the semi-finals and live shows, where contestants perform weekly, and viewers vote to keep their favorites in the competition. This journey culminates in the grand finale, where the top two finalists perform in a live show, and the winner is decided by audience votes.

Who Are the Judges?

This season, the judging panel includes songstress Omawunmi, soulful R&B crooner Ric Hassani, and legendary lyricist 9ice. Their insights, creativity, and experience will be crucial in helping contestants reach new heights and fulfill their musical dreams.

Who Are the Winners?

Nigerian Idol has launched the careers of many talented Nigerian singers. Past winners include Mercy Chinwo, Moses Obi Adigwe, Evelle, K-Peace, Kingdom Kroseide (2021), Progress Chukwuyem (2022), and Victory Gbakara (2023).

Victory Gbakara, the most recent winner, received a grand prize including ₦‎35 million in cash, a brand new SUV, a refrigerator and a year’s supply of Bigi soft drinks, an all-expense-paid trip courtesy of Tecno, a music record deal with a video shoot, a year’s supply of WAW detergent, and a fully installed DStv Explora decoder with one year of premium subscription.