MasterChef Nigeria Debuts on NTA Network, Takes Culinary Showdown to Millions of Homes

 MasterChef Nigeria Debuts on NTA Network, Takes Culinary Showdown to Millions of Homes

Lagos, Nigeria — Nigeria’s premier cooking competition, MasterChef Nigeria, is set to expand its national reach with its debut on the NTA Network on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 8:00 p.m.

The programme will also air as a repeat every Saturday at 10:30 a.m., giving millions of viewers across the country an opportunity to experience the culinary competition, which has already attracted significant audience attention on other platforms.

Produced by Primedia Group, MasterChef Nigeria combines culinary competition with the celebration of Nigeria’s diverse food culture while providing a platform for aspiring chefs to develop their skills and pursue opportunities within the food and hospitality industry.

The new season features renowned chefs Chef Stone and Chef Eros as judges. They will assess contestants through a series of challenges designed to test their creativity, technical skills, teamwork and ability to perform under pressure.

Contestants will compete in Challenges, Pressure Tests, Team Challenges and Elimination Rounds for a prize package valued at ₦73 million.

Beyond the competition, the programme is expected to showcase stories of determination, resilience and personal transformation, highlighting contestants who are pursuing their culinary ambitions and seeking to turn their talents into sustainable careers.

Speaking on the programme’s expanded broadcast reach, Showrunner of MasterChef Nigeria, Niyi Oyedeji, said the partnership with NTA would make the show accessible to a much wider Nigerian audience.

“MasterChef Nigeria is more than a television programme; it is a celebration of talent, culture and opportunity. Bringing the show to the NTA Network ensures that millions more Nigerians can experience the excitement, learn from some of the country’s finest culinary minds and be inspired by the remarkable journeys of our contestants.”

According to the organisers, each episode will combine entertainment with practical knowledge, including cooking techniques, innovative recipes, entrepreneurial lessons and insights into Nigeria’s rich culinary heritage.

The programme also has the backing of major corporate brands, with Power Oil serving as headline sponsor. Other supporting brands include Indomie, Dano Milk, Malta Guinness, Sonia Tomato, Kiara Rice, Golden Penny Flour, Golden Penny Sugar, Golden Penny Garri, Golden Penny Semolina, Golden Penny Chocolate Spread and Golden Penny Wheat.

With its arrival on the NTA Network, MasterChef Nigeria is positioned to bring its blend of food, entertainment, talent development and cultural storytelling to an even broader national audience, offering viewers a weekly showcase of Nigeria’s emerging culinary talent.

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