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BBNaija
''Big Brother Naija'', formerly known as ''Big Brother Nigeria'', is a Nigerian reality competition television series, based on the Big Brother television franchise, in which, contestants live in an isolated house and compete for a large cash prize and other material prizes, at the end of the show by avoiding being evicted from the house by viewers who vote for their favourite housemates to remain in the show. The first season of the show first aired on M-Net and DStv Channel 37 from 5 March to 4 June 2006. The voting results were verified by the auditing company of Alexander-Forbes. Series overview Season 1 The first season of the show first aired on DStv Channel 37 from 5 March to 4 June 2006. In a twist to the game, two new contestants were introduced on Day 23, much to the excitement of the remaining housemates. Ebuka, the most popular housemate for several weeks into the show and widely believed to emerge the winner was the seventh housemate to be evicted; many viewers ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Big Brother Naija (season 6)
''Big Brother Naija Season 6'' also known as ''Big Brother Naija: Shine Ya Eye'' was the sixth season of the Nigerian version of the reality show '' Big Brother''. It premiered on 24 and 25 July 2021 on DStv channel 198 and GOtv channel 29. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu returned as host for the 5th consecutive season. The headline sponsor of the show was Abeg and the associate sponsor was Patricia. Other sponsors included travelbeta, Darling hair, WAW and a host of many others. According to the organizers of the show MultiChoice, the winner of the season six is expected to win a total of ₦90 million grand prize which includes a ₦30 million cash prize, cash in an Abeg digital wallet, bitcoins courtesy of Patricia, a two-bedroom apartment courtesy of RevolutionPlus Property, a top of the range SUV from a Nigerian automaker, Innoson Motors and a trip for two packaged by Travelbeta. Auditions Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a virtual audition was held to select contestants for the show from ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Laycon
Olamilekan Massoud Al-Khalifah Agbeleshebioba (born 8 November 1993), known professionally as Laycon, is a Nigerian media personality, rapper, singer and songwriter. He is the winner of Big Brother Naija season 5 and currently the youth ambassador of Ogun State, Nigeria since 6 October 2020, He also won the Artist Of The Year at the 2020 Naijatraffic Awards. Early life and education Olamilekan Massoud Al-Khalifah Agbeleshebioba was born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria. He is a native of Baluwen, Odeda, Ogun State. He attended lagos state model college merian, lagos Nigeria from 2003-2009 In 2012, he got admitted to study philosophy in University of Lagos and graduated in 2016 with a second class upper degree. Career Laycon started his career interning as the personal assistant to the MD and CEO of Latjum Global Nigeria Limited when he was still an undergraduate in University of Lagos. He moved to Bestman Games, Ikoyi, Lagos where he worked as a sales and business development pers ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Big Brother Naija (season 7)
''Big Brother Naija Season 7'' also known as ''Big Brother Naija: Level Up'' was the seventh season of the Nigerian version of the reality show Big Brother. It premiered on 23 and 24 July 2022 on DStv channel 198/199 and GOtv channel 8/29. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu returned as the host for the 6th consecutive time. The headline sponsor of the show was Pocket by Piggyvest and the associate sponsor was Flutterwave. According to the organizers of the show MultiChoice MultiChoice is a South African company that operates DStv, a major satellite television service in Sub-Saharan Africa and GOtv, a minor service operating in over 9 countries of this area and Showmax service. MultiChoice was formed out of the sub ..., the winner of the season is expected to win a total of ₦100 million grand prize which includes a N50m cash prize and ₦50m worth of prizes from sponsors. Auditions A virtual audition was held to select contestants for the show on 15 May 2022 to 30 May 2022. Interested cont ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Phyna
Ijeoma Josephina Otabor (born 2 June 1997) known as Phyna is a Nigerian actress, model, hype woman, entertainer and a reality TV star. She is the winner of ''Big Brother Naija'' season 7. Early life Phyna is from Esan tribe in Edo state but she was born in Lagos State. She grew up in Edo State where she had her primary and secondary education. She is a graduate of Engineering from Auchi Polytechnic. Career Before entering the Big Brother Naija house, Phyna was a commercial model, who started her career from college and was signed by a modelling agency. Big Brother Naija Phyna entered the 7th season of Big Brother Naija (Level Up) as the tenth housemate on 23 July 2022. During the season finale of the show on 2 October 2022, she was declared the winner scoring 40.74% of the final votes ahead of Bryann with 26.74% of the total votes cast and was entitled to the ₦100 000 000 (one hundred million naira) grand prize, making her the second female to win the show, three y ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Whitemoney
Hazel Oyeze Onou, popularly known as Whitemoney, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and reality TV star. He is the winner of ''Big Brother Naija'' season 6. Early life Whitemoney is of Igbo descent from Enugu State, Nigeria, but he grew up in Kaduna State. Growing up, Whitemoney didn't go further than NECO level in his academic pursit. Career Growing up in Kaduna State, Whitemoney left to Lagos in search for occupations. He ventured into different businesses such as commercial photography, barbering, repairing generators, and fixing telecommunication towers among others. He also invested in importing and selling shoes. Musical career Whitemoney has produced a few songs including "Rosemary" (2018), "Your Life" (2018), and "My Heart" (2021). On 3 December 2021 he released a single 'Selense' which was produced by Masterkraft, the song was released alongside its video. Big Brother Naija Whitemoney entered the 6th season of ''Big Brother Naija ''Big Brother Naija'', for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Miracle Igbokwe
Miracle Igbokwe (born February 17, 1995) is a Nigerian pilot and model from Imo State. He won the season 3 of the Big Brother Naija reality TV show which was broadcast on 28 January and ended on 22 April 2018. On 30 May 2018, Miracle received his N25 million cheque, a Hyundai SUV, and a trip to an exotic location for two people. Early life and career Miracle is from Imo State, Nigeria. Miracle entered the Big Brother Naija house on 28 January 2018. He was announced as the winner on 22 April 2018. On 30 April 2018, He was appointed by the Imo State governor Rochas Okorocha as the ambassador of education. On 26 June 2019, he graduated from an aviation school in the United States. References External linksMiracleon Instagram Instagram is a photo and video sharing social networking service owned by American company Meta Platforms. The app allows users to upload media that can be edited with filters and organized by hashtags and geographical tagging. Posts can ... * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mercy Eke
Mercy Eke is a Nigerian media personality, actress, video vixen and entrepreneur from Imo State. She won season 4 of ''Big Brother Naija'' in October 2019, becoming the first woman to win the reality show. She is the founder of Mnm luxury. On 14 March 2020, Eke received the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Award for Best Dressed Female. Early life Eke is from Imo State, Nigeria. She attended Egbu Girls Secondary School in Owerri and graduated from Imo State University in 2014. Eke appeared as a vixen in the music video for Davido and Ichaba's single "Baby Mama". She also appeared in the music video for Airboy's song "Nawo Nawo". Eke auditioned for ''Big Brother Naija'' four times before becoming a contestant. Career Eke entered the ''Big Brother Naija'' house on 30 June 2019. She was announced as the winner in October 2019, becoming the first woman to win the show. After winning season 4 of ''Big Brother Naija'', Eke became an ambassador and influencer for various organizati ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Big Brother Naija (season 5)
''Big Brother Naija Season 5'' also known as ''Big Brother Naija: Lockdown'' was the fifth season of the Nigerian version of the reality show Big Brother. It premiered on 19 July 2020 on Africa Magic and the live feed on DStv channel 198 and GOtv channel 29. Ex-housemate Ebuka Obi-Uchendu from season one returned as host. The winner of this season is Laycon and he won ₦85 million worth of prizes. Auditions Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a virtual audition was held to select contestants for the show. Video submissions were received from 20 May to 30 May 2020. During the submission, interested contestants submitted a two-minute video stating why they should appear on the show. At the end of the online audition, over 30,000 contestants showed their interest. Of the 30,000 contestants that showed interest, 20 Housemates were selected. Nomination and eviction voting format In the previous season of ''Big Brother Naija'', housemates nominated two of their fellow housemates for evi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Michael Ejeba
Michael Ejeba (born February 25, 1993), popularly known as Efe or Efe Money, is a Nigerian singer, media personality, songwriter, and rapper. He is the winner of Big Brother Naija season 2. Early life and career Michael Efe Ejeba born February 25, 1993, is a native of Delta State But was born and brought up in Jos, Plateau State. He attained his primary and secondary school education in Jos. He is a graduate of university of Jos, Pleateau. In 2017, he was appointed as an Ambassador of entertainment and creative industry role in plateau and Youth Ambassador by the Nigeria Ministry of Youth and sport. In 2018 he became African Ambassador for Indian Varsity. Discography Mixtapes * ''Best Of Efe (The Playlist)'' (2020) EPs * ''Karam'' (2009) * ''Dusty Road'' (2015) * ''Am Sorry Am Winning'' (2018) * ''NONSTOP'' (2020) * ''Quemalo'' (2021) * ''I miss you deaa'' (2021) * ''Recuerdos'' (2021) Albums * ''Ve Bagi'' (2004) * ''Efelerin Efesi'' (2011) * ''For the World'' (2014) * '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Big Brother Naija (season 3)
''Big Brother Naija Season 3'', also known as ''Big Brother Naija: Double Wahala'' is the third season of the Nigerian version of the reality show Big Brother. Produced by South Africa's Red Pepper Pictures and it was launched on 28 January 2018 on DStv channel 198 which also served as a live feed form the house. Ex-housemate Ebuka Obi-Uchendu from season one as the host. This season ended on 22 April 2018, having run for 12 weeks (85 days). Miracle Ikechukwu Igbokwe was the winner of this season. Housemates During the launch night, twenty housemates entered the house. Pairs Nominations table Housemates nominate in Pairs for the first six weeks. From Week 7 onwards, Housemates played and nominated individually. Notes * : On Launch night, Biggie set a fake eviction after all housemates entered the house. The housemates who couldn't find beds that corresponded with the numbers they received on stage must leave the house immediately. Ahneeka, Alex, Dee-One, Leo, Tobi and Va ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Katung Aduwak
Katung Aduwak (born March 21, 1980) was the winner of the premier edition of the ''Big Brother Nigeria'' reality TV show aired between March 5 and June 4, 2006. He hails from Zonkwa, Kaduna State, Nigeria and is a scriptwriter, producer and director as well as a graduate of Political Science. He was once a media panelist at the Harvard Africa Business School Forum and served for many years as Senior Channel Manager at MTV Base, Senior Creative Director at VIACOM International and Executive Director at Chocolate City. He is currently the CEO of One O Eight Media and African Partner for Campfire Media. Career ''Big Brother Nigeria'' The 26-year-old Aduwak was named the winner of the event hosted by Michelle Dede and Olisa Adibua, the very first season on June 4, 2006 with a take home prize of $100,000. 11 years later, he revealed that the key to succeeding in the show was to him, in being oneself and also being strategic. After ''Big Brother Nigeria'' After the reality TV show, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ebuka
Chukwuebuka Obi-Uchendu (born 14 July 1982) is a Nigerian lawyer and media personality from Okija in Anambra State, Nigeria. He is known for hosting the reality show ''Big Brother Naija'', the long running ''Rubbin' Minds'' talk show on Channels TV as well as co-hosting ''The Spot'' and ''Men's Corner'' on Ebonylife television. He is an ambassador for Budweiser Nigeria, Samsung Nigeria, PorkMoney, and 2Sure Nigeria. Obi-Uchendu has received several award nominations and won the award for Outstanding TV Presenter of the Year at the Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Awards for his work on ''Rubbin' Minds''. Early life and education Born in Benin City, Edo State to a banker father and a mother who is a nurse, he is the third of four children with an elder sister as well as one older brother, and a younger brother. He went through with his nursery and primary education in the mid-western Nigerian city of Benin, remarkably passing the Common Entrance Examination into secondary school ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
