Purp Clinches Crown as Nigerian Idol Season 10 Champion
Sunday night marked a thrilling end of Nigerian Idol Season 10, as Purp (Anu Agosta, popularly known as Purp officially claimed the crown. The 26-year old literally rose from her mother’s church choir to the global stage! The grand finale of the show aired live on July 13, 2025, and saw the talented Lagos native battle against Raymu in a commendable display of vocal talent, stage presence, and a brilliant delivery.
Nigerian Idol season 10, hosted by the master himself, IK Osakioduwa, showcased powerhouse performances from the different singers who contested for this year’s Nigerian idol. After months of electrifying performances, the top two contestants – Purp and Raymu – treated the audience to the most harmonious performance of Ed-Sheeran’s perfect.
In the final round, Purp delivered a powerful, and quite prophetic take with ABBA’s “The Winner Takes It All”, officially sealing her position as top 1.
The judges, Omawumi, Ric Hassani, and Iyanya, who were joined by guest judge 9ice, praised both finalists for their unwavering passion and growth throughout the season As the winner was announced, Purp took the stage amid cheers and said, “I’m so grateful to everyone who voted, supported, and believed in me. This is just the beginning, and I can’t wait to share more music with the world.”
Along with her title as the new idol, Purp received a prize package of ₦30 million, a brand-new SUV, a DStv Explora with a one‑year premium subscription, and a recording contract to kickstart her professional music career .
Who is Purp (Anu Agosta) ?
The winner of Nigerian Idol Season 10, Purp was born and raised in Lagos. Her passion for music developed quite early, as she grew up singing in her mother’s church choir. The 25-year old singer is a graduate of Dramatic Arts from Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife.
Purp’s Journey to Victory at Nigerian Idol
Throughout the season, Purp consistently wowed both judges and audiences with her versatility and deep emotional connection to every performance. In a show-stopping Naija Now/Motown Classics themed episode, Purp delivered two standout performances: Tems’ Free Fall, exuding vulnerability and poise, and Etta James’ “Something’s Got A Hold On Me”, which displayed her powerhouse vocal capabilities.
Judges praised her depth, style, and commanding presence on stage. Her delivery was bold, controlled, and emotional, leaving the judges visibly moved. It’s evident that she did own the stage with a powerful presence and a rich vocal range that had fans buzzing across social media platforms. Hence, the moment that she was announced the winner only cemented her status as a star.
This season’s finale also featured return appearances from some of the show’s biggest past winners, including Kingdom, Progress, Victory, and Chima, who served as mentors to this year’s contestants.
As Purp steps into the spotlight, many await the unfolding of her music career and greater success in the industry with anticipation. It’s a new chapter for a rising star whose talent, determination, and grace have captured hearts across Nigeria.
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