After a rigorous battle, the judges of the eighth season of Nigerian Idol have selected the top 10 contestants who will perform in the live show sponsored by MultiChoice starting on Sunday, May 28, 2023. The top 10 list emerged after weeks of talent search that started with thousands of hopeful talents. However, the judges’ choice has generated controversies, with viewers criticizing the selection process.
The chosen ten contestants are Blossom, Abraham, Quest, Chisom, Savvy Henry, Constance, Precious Mac, Victory, Ose Daniel, and Goodness. The audience will determine who will advance to each round of the competition and eventually emerge as the winner of this year’s edition.
Despite the excitement surrounding the top 10, there is consternation after the eviction of some of the contestants, particularly the twins. This has prompted concerns that one of the judges, Simi, may not be impartial in her judgments.
Viewers have noticed that Simi appears to favor some contestants and that her opinions overshadow those of other judges. This has caused an uproar on social media, with many alleging that she is intentionally oppressing other judges. While some viewers believe that Simi’s judgments are biased, others opine that she allows her emotions to cloud her logical judgment, particularly during the elimination process.
Many viewers have cited examples to prove that the judges’ decision is questionable, particularly the way Simi gives a straight pass to some contestants based on her biases, regardless of their performance. While some suggested that the addition of fresh judges would eliminate bias and nepotism and make the selection more transparent, others praised Simi for her strong voice and professionalism.
While reacting to the criticisms, some fans of the show accused Simi of always being negative with the best singers, keeping those that ought to be evicted, and choosing her favorites. They also demanded fair judgment from the judges, adding that the outcome of the show would be a verdict on their performance.
Irrespective of the criticisms, many music enthusiasts anticipate the Nigerian Idol Season 8 with excitement, as they hope to see the contestants put up a thrilling performance that will keep them entertained throughout the season.
