Legendary Nigerian record label owner and broadcaster, Kenny ‘Keke’ Ogungbe is currently excited over the launch of a new music reality TV show, Naija Star Search.
The Kennis Music boss, as sources say, is on the verge of striking gold for a second time on the Nigerian music scene.
Information gathered by The Nation revealed that the CEO of Kennis FM will be bringing his exploits, experiences, and global knowledge of the music industry to the fore as he joins the music reality show as lead judge.
After successfully making a major impact with his Kennis Music, AIT Jamz, and later Primetime Africa Jamz, Ogungbe is set to mould a new generation of Nigerian music acts that will reign supreme on the global scene.
In his words, Ogungbe said, “it’s the Joy of seeing Africa setting standards on music mainstream across the globe. The history we have created as Africans, especially Kennis Music is one of the major pioneers of the evolution of Afrobeats, is truly priceless.
“The history is not complete without mentioning some of our artists that played prominent roles in achieving this great height. The likes of 2baba, Dbanj, JJC Skills, Sound Sultan, and many others across the globe, who do not only print Afrobeats in gold in the hearts of many, both home and abroad but also make Nigeria proud.”
Continuing, he said, “This has also opened opportunities to Nigerian youths today doing well in music, with the likes of Burna Boy who is not just nominated for Grammy but brings it home to us.
“This joy for me transcends just being part of history but also being able to give platforms to Nigerian youths with great talent to showcase themselves.
“Thus, this July, we are introducing Naija Star Search. Naija Star Search is a reality show aimed at discovering the next generation of afrobeats superstars, courtesy of StarTimes.”
The Naija Star Search Reality Show is a brainchild of StarTimes and the audition is open till July 17 with N10million prize money up for grabs.