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GUS: Toke Makinwa to Anchor Show

by Folarin Kehinde October 10, 2021

written by Folarin Kehinde

Popular OAP Toke Makinwa has been unveiled as host for the 2021 edition of the survival reality show, Gulder Ultimate Search.

She was unveiled on Saturday less than 24 hours after the organisers tasked over 61,000 Instagram followers to guess the show’s new host.

“It’s about time! The age of craftsmanship is upon us and@tokemakinwais ready for the journey. Welcome to the #GulderUltimateSearch,” the video’s caption reads.

Confirming the announcement, Makinwa also shared the video via her Instagram page.

My name is Toke Makinwa. I am the anchor of the Gulder Ultimate Search – The Age of Craftmanship. Now let the adventures begin,” she said.

She added: “Gulder Ultimate Search is back and guess who your host of the season is????

“You guessed correct. The TM season is fully on.

“The council of elders called, the age of Craftsmanship is finally upon us, see you at the jungle.”

October 10, 2021 0 comments

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Gulder Ultimate Search: Organizers Release Official Date

by Folarin Kehinde September 25, 2021

written by Folarin Kehinde

The season’s taskmaster has been unveiled as actor and show alumnus Kunle Remi.

Organizers of adventure reality show ‘Gulder Ultimate Search’ have unveiled the official release date for new season.

According to the show’s official social handles, the anticipated new season will hit the screens from September 26, 2021.

The new season tagged ‘The Age of Craftsmanship’ which returns after an seven-year hiatus will see show alumnus Kunle Remi take on the role of task master.

The actor steps in the shoes of legendary hosts Chidi Mokeme and Bob-Manuel Udokwu.

Recall that the show went away from the screens after 11 successful seasons.

The winner of the new season will take home a whopping N50 million worth of prizes including N20 million cash, a brand new SUV. Other contestants will win over N20 million in cash prizes.

September 25, 2021 0 comments

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20,000 Applicants Jostled for final ‘Gulder Ultimate Search’ 12 slots

by Folarin Kehinde September 23, 2021

written by Folarin Kehinde

The first hurdle to qualify for the 2021 edition of Gulder Ultimate Search has kicked off from September 14, with regional screenings in Abuja, Enugu and Lagos which lasted for four days.

Recall that Gulder Ultimate Search, easily the most anticipated reality survival TV show in Africa, had announced a return on September 1, after a seven-year hiatus.

In response to the call for entry, approximately 20,000 applications were received in eight days through the online registration platform.

From September 14-18, successful applicants were screened at the various regional selection centres in Enugu, Abuja and Lagos with adequate measures in place to ensure full compliance with safety, health and COVID-19 protocols.

At the regional screening, only successful candidates from the online screening were accredited and allowed into the screening centres to participate in the tasks.

They filled the form, underwent medical and COVID-19 tests before trying out the physical tasks. Those who were certified medically fit and who passed the physical tasks then proceeded to the swimming exercises and thereafter advanced to the interview stage.

The regional screening is expected to produce 40 candidates who will proceed to the next stage of the screening where the final contestants will emerge.

They will then head into the jungle to compete and find the Gulder Ultimate Search grand prize, worth over N50 million.

September 23, 2021 0 comments

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Gulder Ultimate Search: Kunle Remi Unveiled as Taskmaster

by Folarin Kehinde September 11, 2021

written by Folarin Kehinde

The organisers of the soon-to-return popular Nigerian reality television adventure show, Gulder Ultimate Search (GUS), have unveiled their taskmaster.

According to report Nollywood actor and former winner of the reality show Kunle Remi would act as the taskmaster for this year’s edition.

Remi, who was the winner of the 7th edition of the show in 2010, made the announcement via a video on his verified Instagram page.

He captioned the video, “#GulderUltimateSearch is back and I’ll be your taskmaster. Are you ready to go on this journey with me? Have you answered the call? Follow @thegulderultimatesearch and register now at www.gulderultimatesearch.ng.”

Recall that the Nigerian Breweries had on September 1st announced that the popular show would return.

It also revealed that this year’s show would be themed ‘The Age of Craftsmanship’.

The reality had started in 2004, running for eleven seasons before stopping in 2014.

To apply, interested participants have to be Nigerians between 21-35 years old.

Applications should be submitted to www.gulderultimatesearch.ng between September 1, 2021, and September 8, 2021.

Shortlisted applicants will undergo a regional selection process in Abuja and Enugu on September 13 and 14, while the selection will take place in Lagos on September 16 and 17, 2021.

The show will air on DStv and other local stations across the country. However, the host of the show is yet to be unveiled.

September 11, 2021 0 comments

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Gulder Ultimate Search returns to TV screens 7 years After

by Folarin Kehinde September 1, 2021

written by Folarin Kehinde

Popular Nigerian reality television show, Gulder Ultimate Search has returned to the television screen after a seven-year break.

The show which borders on the survival instincts of its contestants dominated the Nigerian airwaves in the early 2000s.

The show which began in 2004 ran for 11 seasons before its hiatus in 2016. A brainchild of Nigerian Breweries Plc, the show has produced some talents who have become stars.

Past winners who have become household names in the entertainment industry include; Kunle Remi, winner of the 2010 edition; Dennis Okike winner of the season 8edition; and Chris Okagbue, winner of season 10.

Nigerian Breweries (NB) Plc. officially announced that the show would make its comeback and this year’s theme is “The Age of Craftsmanship”.

To apply, interested participants have to be Nigerians between 21-35 years old. Applications should be submitted to www.gulderultimatesearch.ng between September 1, 2021, and September 8, 2021.

Shortlisted applicants will undergo a regional selection process in Abuja and Enugu on September 13 and 14, while the selection will take place in Lagos on September 16 and 17, 2021.

The show will air on DStv and other local stations across the country. However, the host of the show is yet to be unveiled.

September 1, 2021 0 comments