Before performances began, the show revealed the first elimination based on viewers’ votes. Sadly, Sally was the first to leave, but her exit performance of “In Love With Another Man” showcased why she’d made it to the top 10, leaving a lasting impression.
With the competition now narrowed to nine contestants, the episode introduced a fun twist: the judges each had a golden trophy to award to standout performers, and they participated in a light-hearted movie trivia challenge that kept the atmosphere lively. DJ Sose quickly identified “May the odds be ever in your favour” from The Hunger Games, earning cheers from the crowd, while Ric Hassani later nailed “Keep your friends close but your enemies closer” from The Godfather.
The performances were nothing short of electric.
Mikki opened with a smooth, heartfelt take on “Remember Me” by Miguel, earning praise from the judges.
Bammy’s interpretation of “Stand by Me” by Ben E. King showed emotional depth, connecting deeply with the timeless classic and reminding fans why he’s a frontrunner.
Bosslady wowed with Brandy’s “Starting Now,” highlighting her versatility.
Jkenova delivered an energetic rendition of Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror,” leaving the judges in awe.
Lawrence continued the Michael Jackson theme with a heartfelt performance of “Will You Be There,” capturing the song’s emotional core.
Ellacentric offered a delicate yet powerful performance of Rihanna’s “Lift Me Up.”
Khristopher surprised with a creative twist on Beyoncé’s “Crazy in Love (Remix).”
Raymu impressed with “I Want to Know What Love Is,” his soulful approach connecting with the audience.
Purp closed the night with a stunning performance of ABBA’s “The Winner Takes It All,” earning standing ovations and two trophies for her standout delivery.
In the trophy presentations, Purp received trophies from DJ Sose and Ric Hassani, while Iyanya awarded his to Mikki for his flawless performance.
As the episode wrapped up, host IK reminded viewers that voting lines were open and fans could vote via the Africa Magic website, mobile site, or DStv and GOtv apps to keep their favorite contestant in the competition.
Nigerian Idol continues every Sunday at 7 PM on Africa Magic Showcase (DStv Ch. 151, GOtv Ch. 12) and Africa Magic Family (DStv Ch. 154, GOtv Ch. 2) and is also available on Showmax, GOtv, and DStv Stream apps.