- Africa’s biggest reality television show, Big Brother Naija, officially kicked off its 11th season on Sunday evening, hosted by media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu.
- Twenty-four diverse contestants entered Biggie’s house to compete over 10 weeks for a historic ₦160 million grand prize package, which includes ₦100 million in cash and a brand-new SUV.
- The newly unveiled housemates bring a wide mix of professions, backgrounds, and personalities, ranging from software developers and content creators to pharmacists, models, and entrepreneurs.
The 11th edition of Big Brother Naija officially premiered on Sunday night, ushering 24 housemates into Biggie’s house to compete for the biggest prize pool in the show’s history.
Titled under the theme “Everything Is For The Taking,” Eko Hot Blog reports that the ten-week reality show kicked off with host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu welcoming each contestant before introducing them to millions of viewers across Africa.
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The housemates are vying for a total grand prize valued at ₦160 million, featuring a ₦100 million cash reward and a luxury SUV courtesy of headline sponsor betPawa and key partner brands.
Among the first batch of housemates introduced was Tram, a 24-year-old Lagos streamer who declared his laser focus on winning the grand prize without romantic distractions.
He was joined by Temi Nkem, a 21-year-old London-raised model who stated her intention to play the game on her own terms, and Abi, a 25-year-old chef from Osun State whose vibrant personality and marital status quickly generated online buzz.
The full list of contestants entering the house includes:
Tram:24-year-old content streamer from Lagos State.
Martins: 30-year-old visual storyteller and model from Kogi State.
Abi: 25-year-old chef and model hailing from Osun State.
Chimsom Chuka: 27-year-old pharmacist from Anambra State.
Keivo: 27-year-old web developer representing Benue State.
Mercedes: 26-year-old massage therapist and business owner from Delta State.
Kamsy: 24-year-old event planner and gift curator from Imo State.
Sultex: 24-year-old professional dancer and choreographer from Lagos State.
Aikou: 25-year-old freelance teacher and web developer based in Abuja.
Flora: 30-year-old makeup entrepreneur from Delta State.
Bells: 22-year-old undergraduate from Akwa Ibom State.
Temi Nkem: 21-year-old London-raised model with a strategic game plan.
Gerald: 23-year-old on-air personality from Lagos State.
Oyin: 22-year-old sales entrepreneur and model from Ogun State.
Sheba: Professional broadcaster and gym enthusiast.
Araga: 29-year-old fashion model and lifestyle curator.
Ricky: 33-year-old writer based in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
Nomy: 26-year-old fashion designer from Anambra State.
Barry: 26-year-old civil engineer and designer based in Abuja.
Neche: 25-year-old lawyer from Anambra State.
Yusuf: 25-year-old actor from Kogi State.
Goddessa: 30-year-old musician representing Abia State.
Bluethophia: 22-year-old photographer, model, and student from Adamawa State.
Cassi: 27-year-old entrepreneur, actor, and chiropractic therapist from Abia State.
Viewers can tune in to follow the daily activities, nominations, and tasks 24 hours a day on DStv Channel 198 and GOtv Channel 49, as well as live streaming options on mobile platforms.
