Towards expanding and developing local music industry as well as showcasing new singing talents, the Pilihan-Akira Talentine 2008 co-organised by Radio Television Brunei and other organisations contribute to the ever-expanding music industry in the country. The final of the contest was held last night at the JPCC Amphitheatre in Jerudong.

Hajah Maskiah bte Hj Omar emerged as Champion of English singing contest as well as Winner in the Pilihan-Akira Talentine 2008, among local contestants.

Whilst, Tarusha Naido, from South Africa won the contest in non-Bruneians category. The Pilihan-Akira Talentine 2008 contest was put up by English sections of Radio Television Brunei and the Akira. 

Prizes were presented by the Permenant Secretary at the ministry of Home Affairs, Pengiran Abdul Haris Pengiran Haji Shahbuddin. The Winners received one thousand dollar cheque, trophy and a set of LCD TV. Also highlighting the contest was thw winner of the Singapore Idol 2006, Hady Mirza. 

Highlights of the compition can be viewed below.