FUNAAB Student Wins BIGI Music Contest as Campus Talent Tour Expands

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FUNAAB Student Wins BIGI Music Contest as Campus Talent Tour Expands

A Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) student, Fadina Segun Samson, popularly known as SEGZY, has won the BIGI Music Competition, earning recognition in the Soundcity OnTour 2026 campus talent programme.

SEGZY emerged winner at the three-day event held from October 7 to 9, finishing ahead of Olawumi David, known as Dayvo, who came second, and Adebayo Moyinoluwa, known as Sourde, who placed third. The competition had a reported ₦1 million prize pool.

The event featured music, dance, games and live performances, providing students with opportunities to showcase their talents before wider audiences.

At the regional finals, Taiwo Oladapo Opeyemi, known as T.Boss, of Yaba College of Technology emerged first, while SEGZY placed second. Alabi David, known as The Vyine, of the University of Ibadan, finished third.

Brand Manager of BIGI, Biola Aransiola said platforms that allow young artistes to perform, gain recognition and develop their talents were important to nurturing emerging musicians.

The FUNAAB event is part of Soundcity OnTour 2026, sponsored by BIGI and Fearless Energy Drink, brands of Rite Foods Limited. The initiative has expanded to 20 institutions, following its debut across 10 campuses in 2023.

The tour combines music competitions, dance challenges and live concerts, with the next stop scheduled for Kwara State University.