Kogi-born Debbie Rise came second in the recently concluded season three of Nigeria’s reality TV show, the Nigerian Idol. She was rewarded with a brand new Kia Picanto and N1.5 million.
At the grand finale that held at the Dream Studios in Lagos, Moses Obi-Adigwe emerged winner.
The 22-year old from Oniocha South in Delta State is the first male contestant to win as the first and second editions were won by Yeka Onka and Mercy Chinwo, respectively.
As a new Idol, he was given a cheque of N7.5 million, a brand new SUV and will get recording contract worth N7.5 million, courtesy of the official sponsors, Etisalat Nigeria.
Asked how he felt for being the winner; Moses, who could not contain his excitement said; “This is a new beginning in my career and life. I thank the judges for believing in me and I thank all Nigerians who have voted for me. I love you all.”
Earlier, past Nigerian Idol winners Yeka Onka and Mercy Chinwo, proved to their audience that their winning was no fluke as they gave commanding performances.
The judges Femi Kuti, Yinka Dvies and Jeffrey Daniels, commended Moses and Debbie and urged them to continue to continue to make Nigeria and Africa proud in their musical career.
