Let me tell you about Purp, whose real name is Anu Agosa, the 25 year old from Lagos who has just won Nigerian Idol Season 10. She’s not just a winner, she’s a story, a feeling, and a symbol for young people everywhere.
Anu, known as Purp, started singing in church, guided by her mother’s choir leadership. She studied Dramatic Arts at Obafemi Awolowo University, and brought that flair to every stage she stood on. When the show began early in 2025 on Africa Magic Channel, nobody knew how far she’d go. Week by week, she showed she wasn’t just another contestant, she was different, powerful, and real.
The real proving ground was the live shows. Every Sunday on African Magic Family Channel, Purp stunned everyone with her performances. Judges always can't help but shower her with praises. In the top four, she stood tall as the only woman left, performing a song by Tems and showing courage with every note she hit. She matched the best male acts, showing this was her time.
By July 2025, Purp and the male finalist ,Raymu were head to head. On finale night, Purp was the only woman standing next to Raymu , the last male contestant. When the host IK Osakioduwa announced her name, it was more than winning a title, it was a moment for every girl who ever dreamed of singing her heart out.
She walked away with:
An SUV
N30 million
A Dstv Explora with one year premium subscription and Finally;
A major music deal to launch her career.
This is not just a trophy. Purp’s victory is representation in real time. A young woman, from church to final stage as a role model for every young person or youth who wonders if their dreams matter.
Judges like Omawumi, Ric Hassani, and Iyanya praised her journey. Fans connected to her voice and soul. She grew through weekly challenges, showing that hard work, heart, and humility are real components of success.If you're young, this is your story too. You might be working part time or still in school, dreaming in Lagos or anywhere else. Purp shows that age isn’t a barrier. You don’t have to wait, your moment can come the day you step on stage. What matters is bringing your full self, learning fast, and connecting just like she did.