The Next Star currently known as Sing and Win Contest ^[2] and Naija Star Search ^[3] is a music award collective competition in Nigeria established for emerging singers and music performers. ^{[4] [5]}

History

Since 2022, the Contest was made for online competitions and auditions ^{[6] [7]} performed by emerging musicians through a platform accessible to anyone for voting for his/her favourite contestant. ^{[8] [9]} The music award also has a subsidiary for emerging child singers and music performers known as The Next Child Star. ^[10] It was established alongside its parent company The Next Star. ^{[11] [12]}

Naija Star Search

Naija Star Search also called The Next Star or Nigeria Star Search established for emerging singers and music performers, ^{[3] [13]} is hosted by VJ Adams. ^[14] It is presented by coaches, ID Cabasa, Kenny Ogungbe, Asha Gangali and more. ^{[15] [16]} The TV show is on a collaboration with Kennis Music Records and it airs on StarTimes Nigeria. ^{[17] [8]} Consisting of two seasons, the competition is open for artists above 18 year old. ^[18] The seasons 1 of The Naija Star Search was made up of 17 contestants. ^{[19] [20]} 'Skimzo' emerged the winner of the show. ^[21] In 2024, Cobhams, Vector & Sasha P were announced as the judges for Season 2 of Naija Star Search. ^{[22] [23]} On-air personality, Do2tun also invited young artists to join the contest through social media. ^{[24] [25]}

Season 1

Top 3

Other Recipients

The Next Star Awards

References