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

Songwriter and former teacher, Stevie’s dedication to music is so strong it compelled him resign from his teaching career to pursue the melodies full-time., This isn’t Stevie’s first rodeo in the talent show world.

Prior to his triumphant arrival on Nigerian Idol, he had been pursuing his dram on Project Fame. Stevie promises “premium content” and “top-notch entertainment.” He is confident that he is the next Nigerian Idol and isn’t afraid to bring his unique personality to the stage.

Meet Stevie 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.