When we talk about reading culture, we’re not only referring to the love for reading by a select few but for a way of life among Nigerians especially students and professionals as a way of building and empowering themselves with knowledge contained in books. Reading as an activity has a stimulating effect on our minds.

Recently a national newspaper editorial decried the near dead reading culture in Nigeria. As far as the Editorial team was concerned Nigerians don’t read as much or as well as they once used to. These days it’s hard to come across anyone who is interested in reading just for the fun of it and in fact some people actually think it’s strange to read for fun. As far as they’re concerned one should only read for a forth coming examination.

Who will be the Next Scholar? The Next Scholar will be presented in the form of a reality TV Show. In using the reality TV medium, The Next Scholar aims at building individuals who are not just knowledgeable in their core profession and discipline but also versatile in other fields of human endeavour, thereby developing all-round and highly resourceful individuals in the society.



The show is created and designed for general family viewing. Have you ever experienced or heard about an Academic House, where you are allowed to have maximum fun at your own peril? Talk of tours, beach parties, etc

45 contestants, massive drama, elimination struggles, and the final 5 contestants compete for University Scholarships, huge cash prizes and lots of gadgets up for grabs!

In a House fully packed with fun and lively activities where contestants will be tested on their ability to read, articulate , and comprehend while having an active lifestyle in the house, You have the power to avoid being evicted - if and only if you can read a book!
Registration now open from May 29th - August 5th, 2013.
Auditions States and schedules
Lagos: August 24th, 2013
Abuja: August 31st, 2013
Port Harcourt: September 7th, 2013
Enugu: September 14th, 2013

Visit http://www.thenextscholar.com/

Source: http://www.pedialand.com.ng/2013/06/tv-reality-show-to-bring-back-the-reading-culture-of-nigerians/