The first season of the multi-talent hunt show, Byte Show99 which was concluded on the 14th of May, 2022 was indeed a massive success, that saw the emergence of its first winners and ambassadors.
Following an intense competition amongst the 12 contestants at the Grand Finale, the top 3 winners, who were judged on the metrics of online votes and stage performances are: Kelechi Okereke (third place), Adedugba Othniel (second place) and the bearer of the crown of Byte Show99, Season 1, David Samson, also known as Young Incredible.
Young Incredible (BS99-021) was awarded the sum of Five Hundred Thousand Naira(N500,000).
Adedugba Othniel (BS99-027) was conferred the total of Three Hundred Thousand Naira (N300,000) and Kelechi Okereke (BS99-005) was awarded Two Hundred Thousand Naira (N200,000).
The winners and contestants with honorable mentions at the Show99 Season 1 would also enjoy certain benefits from the company which includes career support and mentorship.
Other contestants who did not make it to the top three positions will be compensated for their passion, fire and resilience which got them a place in the Grand Finale.
In the same vein of victory, at the Grand Finale, which saw a loud turn-up of fans, friends and families, awards were given to the next rated entertainer and model of the year, Ibrahim Hussein Ademola (IBNL) and Vivian Adenijo, respectively.
The judges, Gospel Nwachukwu, Joy Akosa and Bamidele Oluwadunsin were super impressed by the talents that graced the show from the auditions to the Grand Finale.
You may ask what the future is with Byte Show99.
We plan to make ourself a bridge between talented creatives and their goals.
Eventually, Byte Column will become a brand that specializes in identifying underlying talents and bringing them into limelight.
Anticipation for Byte Show99 Season 2 is swiftly rising. We also cannot wait to make more stars.
