MasterChef Nigeria, the country’s biggest and most prestigious cooking competition, will make its highly anticipated debut on the NTA Network from Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 8:00 PM, with repeat broadcasts every Saturday at 10:30 AM.

This follows a successful season that captivated audiences across other platforms, and the show’s arrival on Nigeria’s largest terrestrial television network will make the excitement, creativity and inspiration of MasterChef Nigeria accessible to millions of viewers across the country.

Renowned for discovering exceptional culinary talent and celebrating Nigeria’s rich food culture, MasterChef Nigeria has become more than a cooking competition. It is a platform that nurtures dreams, rewards excellence and showcases the limitless possibilities within Nigeria’s growing food and hospitality industry.

This season features acclaimed culinary icons Chef Stone and Chef Eros as judges, whose expertise, mentorship and discerning palates challenge contestants to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining the highest culinary standards.

In the competition, contestants compete through a series of thrilling Challenges, Pressure Tests, Team Challenges and Elimination Rounds for a life-changing prize package worth ₦73 million, making it one of the richest culinary competitions on Nigerian television.

Beyond the competition, viewers will experience inspiring stories of determination, resilience and transformation as contestants pursue their passion and demonstrate how talent, discipline and hard work can change lives.

Speaking on the NTA broadcast, Niyi Oyedeji, Showrunner MasterChef Nigeria said the expanded reach reflects the programme’s commitment to making premium family entertainment and inspirational content available to audiences across Nigeria.