The search for Nigeria’s next Afrobeats Star officially began in Enugu with the first regional auditions for Next Afrobeats Star Season 2, held from August 28 to 29 at Oakland Hotel.

The three-day auditions brought together aspiring artistes who showcased their musical talent, individual style, stage presence, and creativity as they competed for an opportunity to advance to the next stage of the competition.

Contestants performed before the judges with the goal of securing one of the 48 places in the NAS Academy in Lagos, where selected artistes will continue their journey towards becoming Nigeria’s Next Afrobeats Star.

The auditions reflected the energy and creativity of Nigeria’s underground music scene, with aspiring artistes bringing their unique sounds and personalities to the stage. The fashion and creative expressions on display also added to the vibrant atmosphere throughout the event.

The Enugu auditions marked the beginning of the Season 2 regional audition journey, with Benin and Jos scheduled as the next stops respectively, in the search for Nigeria’s next Afrobeats Star.