From left, Bamz, first runner-up; Savahdor, winner; and Rhieyha, second runner-up, celebrate their achievements at the Bigi Music Competition during Soundcity OnTour at the University of Ilorin. Savahdor received ₦500,000, Bamz won ₦350,000, while Rhieyha took home ₦150,000, bringing the total prize money to ₦1 million.
Susan Abayomi
Abdulrazak Saubana, popularly known as Savahdor, has emerged winner of the Bigi Music Competition held during Soundcity OnTour at the University of Ilorin, winning the grand prize of ₦500,000.
Savahdor clinched the top position ahead of other emerging campus performers in a competition designed to showcase young musical talents and provide them with opportunities to gain wider recognition.
Mohammed Abdulrasheed Ayomidimeji, known professionally as Bamz, emerged first runner-up and received ₦350,000, while Adenekan Victoria, popularly called Rhieyha, finished as second runner-up, taking home ₦150,000. The three contestants shared a total prize of ₦1 million.
The competition formed part of the Soundcity OnTour activities at the University of Ilorin, which held from October 26 to 28, bringing together students for music, entertainment and live performances.
Powered by Bigi and Fearless Energy Drink, Soundcity OnTour is visiting universities across Nigeria, creating opportunities for students to showcase their creativity, connect through entertainment and discover emerging talents within their communities.
For Bigi, the initiative represents an opportunity to strengthen its connection with young Nigerians while providing platforms through which aspiring musicians can showcase their abilities.
Speaking on the initiative, Biola Aransiola, Brand Manager, BIGI, said Soundcity OnTour was designed to engage young people through their shared passion for music and entertainment while creating opportunities for emerging performers.
According to her, the initiative goes beyond entertainment by bringing students together and providing talented individuals with opportunities to demonstrate their potential.
Following its successful outing in Ilorin, Soundcity OnTour moved to Kwara State University (KWASU), where activities are scheduled to run from October 29 to 31.
The next stop is expected to extend the experience to another university community, offering more aspiring musicians an opportunity to perform, compete and gain recognition.
For Savahdor, Bamz and Rhieyha, the competition provided an opportunity to showcase their musical abilities while earning financial rewards. As the tour continues at KWASU, the search for outstanding campus music talents remains underway.
