29 March 2021
Nigerian Idol S6
In season six of Africa Magic production Nigerian Idol, Seyi Shay, DJ Sose and Obi Asika are coming together as judges for the biggest music reality TV competition in Nigeria! Your host is legendary TV presenter IK Osakioduwa, who has also hosted the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), the very first edition of The Voice Nigeria and more!
Nigerian Idol S6 is on DStv Channel 198, GOtv Channel 29 and of course, online with Showmax.
Watch Nigerian Idol S6 every Sunday live and online
Stream the main performances live every Sunday evening online on Showmax, right here.

Watch the Nigerian Idol Extra pop-up channel on Showmax
Check out this special 24/7 live stream of the most memorable and entertaining moments from the Nigerian Idol S6 auditions, which took place late last year.
- If you’re in Southern Africa, click here to watch the Nigerian Idol S6 pop-up.
- If you’re in Nigeria, the rest of Africa, or in one of the international countries listed below, watch the Nigerian Idol S6 pop-up here.
Please note: Nigerian Idol S6 is only available to watch on Showmax in the UK, Australia, New Zealand and across Africa. Check here to see pricing in your country.
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