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Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 11 officially kicked off on Sunday, with organisers unveiling the first batch of housemates set to compete for the show’s record ₦160 million grand prize.
The new contestants come from diverse backgrounds, including content creators, entrepreneurs, models and other creatives, each bringing distinct personalities, bold strategies and high expectations into the competition.
The season, themed “Everything Is For The Taking,” is expected to run for about 10 weeks, with viewers anticipating the usual mix of alliances, rivalries, tasks, drama and evictions as contestants battle for the top prize.
Meet the housemates …
Tram
Twenty-four-year-old streamer Tram from Lagos says he is entering Biggie’s house with one goal — winning. According to his profile, he has no interest in romance or distractions and intends to stay focused on the game. The organisers summed up his approach: “He’s tenacious to the core and here for one thing only — the game. No romance, no distractions, no apologies.”
Temi Nkem
At 21, Temi Nkem says she is bringing confidence and strategy into the BBNaija house. The organisers describe her as someone with a clear game plan who intends to play strictly by her own rules. “Temi Nkem is entering Biggie’s house with a game plan and plenty to say. She’s playing by Temi Nkem’s rules and that’s a strict programme.”
Martins
Martins, a 30-year-old visual storyteller and model from Kogi State, is swapping the runway for the BBNaija house. He describes his hidden talent as reading minds and says he is ready to enjoy the experience while wearing his heart on his sleeve. According to the organisers, “Martins from Kogi will be trading runway shows and catwalks for Biggie’s house… He is ready to have fun and he might wear his heart on his sleeve.”
Oyin
Oyin, 22, is a sales entrepreneur, model and proud father’s daughter ready to prove that first impressions do not tell the full story.
She has her eyes on the prize. #BBNaija
Gerard
23-year-old Lagos on-air personality Gerard is the wild card of the #BBNaija house — an open book who hates dishonesty and is here to live every moment to the fullest.
Chisom Chuka
Chimsom Chuka is here for it! Twenty-seven-year-old Chimsom Chuka, a pharmacist from Anambra State, says he is ready to enjoy every moment in Biggie’s house. The organisers describe him as patient and funny, adding that he wants to show viewers his authentic self while handling pressure with ease.
Keivo
Keivo, a 27-year-old web developer from Benue State, describes himself as a jack-of-all-trades with plenty of self-confidence. He says he is open to finding love in the house but is not thinking about marriage yet. His hobbies include gaming, painting and drawing.
Abi
Abi, a chef and model from Osun State, says she is bringing humour and a vibrant personality to the competition. The organisers described her as “a certified scene-stealer”, adding: “Abi from Osun State isn’t here to do background roles. She’s bringing the big laughs and enough personality to season the entire BBNaija house. With the sauce.”
Bells
Twenty-two-year-old Bells is described as a resilient and independent contestant who is still in love with her high school sweetheart. A self-confessed rule follower, neat freak and foodie, she enters the BBNaija house hoping to stay true to herself despite whatever challenges lie ahead.
Flora
Flora is a makeup entrepreneur whose confidence matches her passion for fashion. According to the organisers, she is bringing honesty and plenty of spice into the competition. While her love life is described as “complicated,” she has little patience for insults and is expected to make her presence felt in the house.
Aikou
Twenty-five-year-old Aikou from Abuja is a freelance teacher and web developer who enjoys reading and is comfortable spending time on his own. Calm and outspoken, he says he is single and ready to fall in love again. However, the organisers note that dishonesty is one thing he cannot tolerate.
Sultex
Sultex, a 24-year-old dancer and choreographer from Lagos, says he is entering the BBNaija house with confidence and big dreams. He is known for speaking his mind and avoiding sugarcoating issues. His hobbies include gaming, dancing, table tennis and football, while he admits being a people pleaser is one of his weaknesses. He also says he dislikes liars.
Kamsy
Twenty-four-year-old Kamsy is an event planner and gift curator who says forgiveness does not come easily to her. She is bringing style, ambition, humour and just the right amount of drama into Biggie’s house as she competes for this season’s grand prize.
Sheba
A gym enthusiast and proud mother, Sheba is bringing warmth, confidence and an open heart into Biggie’s house. The organisers describe her as someone who is ready for fun and is also open to finding love during her stay in the competition.
Araga
Fashion model Araga proudly calls himself a king and “the last loverboy standing in Nigeria.” He says he is entering the BBNaija house for the money, the energy and the possibility of finding love, while hoping his charisma will carry him far in the competition.
Ricky
Thirty-three-year-old Ricky from Port Harcourt is a writer who describes himself as a “bad boy by necessity.” Although he finds love exciting, he says he does not subscribe to it. He hopes his personality and storytelling ability will help him stand out in Biggie’s house.