Kwara State University (KWASU) was filled with music, excitement and youthful creativity on October 31 as Soundcity OnTour brought its 2026 campus experience to the institution, treating students to live performances, emerging musical talents and an exciting celebration of entertainment.
The event provided a platform for students to showcase their creativity, connect through music and enjoy performances from both upcoming and established Nigerian artistes.
One of the major highlights was the Bigi Music Competition, which gave aspiring campus musicians an opportunity to demonstrate their talents and compete for recognition.
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After an impressive display of performances, Adegbenro Abdulateef, popularly known as Yomide, emerged as the winner of the competition. Ige Samuel Oluwadamilare, known as Voice Boy, finished as the first runner-up, while Amuda Abdulazeem, who performs as Hazzi The Hollow, secured third place.
Beyond the competition, the young performers gained valuable exposure by performing before a live audience and showcasing their musical abilities beyond the university environment. The initiative also highlighted the growing creative potential among Nigerian university students.
The entertainment continued with performances from Kinglex, Kodee, Slimcase, Marrz and Muyeez, who thrilled the audience and added excitement to the campus experience.
Powered by Bigi and Fearless Energy Drink, Soundcity OnTour continues to bring music, entertainment and talent discovery to university communities across Nigeria.
For Bigi, the music competition provides an opportunity to connect with young Nigerians through music while supporting emerging artistes with a platform to showcase their abilities. The initiative also reflects the brand’s interest in creativity, self-expression and youth engagement.
Similarly, Fearless Energy Drink complements the experience with its energetic brand identity, connecting with the confidence, ambition and expressive spirit of young Nigerians.
Together, the brands are using campus entertainment to create memorable experiences where students can celebrate their individuality, discover emerging talents and connect through shared interests.
The KWASU edition further demonstrated the importance of campus events in promoting young creatives and providing opportunities for emerging musicians to gain visibility.
For Yomide, Voice Boy and Hazzi The Hollow, the competition represented an opportunity to take their musical ambitions to a wider audience while gaining experience on a bigger stage.
As Soundcity OnTour continues its journey across Nigerian universities, the initiative remains focused on bringing entertainment closer to students, discovering emerging musical talents and celebrating the creativity of young Nigerians.

