The House of Freedom (HOF) has embarked on a mission to discover the next gospel music sensation with the launch of Rising Stars Gospel Talent Hunt 2025.
The launch of the talent hunt took place on Monday, February 16, at This Present House, Freedom Way, Lekki.
A brainchild of Dr. Tony Rapu, the clergy expressed his desire to create an inclusive space where gospel artists from diverse backgrounds can reach new heights in their musical careers.
“The Rising Stars Gospel Talent Hunt is more than just a competition; it is a celebration of faith, music, and community,” Rapu stated.
“We aim to uncover hidden talents, provide opportunities for growth, and build a thriving gospel music scene.” The talent hunt will run over a 12-16 week period, featuring a structured process that includes online auditions, physical auditions, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and a grand finale.
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Participants will begin by sub mitting a one-minute video of themselves performing a Nigerian gospel song on Instagram, tagging the competition’s official handle. The top videos, determined by audience engagement, will be invited to showcase their vocal abilities in person.
A distinguished panel of judges, including renowned gospel artists like Mike Abdul, Tosin Martins, and Lala, alongside music producers and industry experts, will assess contestants in each round.
The grand finale will see the top five finalists battle for a N3 million cash prize, N2 million, and N1 million respectively. In addition to cash prizes, winners will receive recording contracts, mentorship from top gospel artists, and the opportunity to perform at major gospel events.
According to Pastor Dele Balogun, the talent hunt emphasizes not only musical talent but also personal and spiritual growth, with contestants benefiting from guidance on leadership and navigating the music industry.