Edi Umoh
Big Brother Naija Season 11 officially premiered on Sunday, with organisers unveiling the first set of housemates who will compete for the record-breaking ₦160 million grand prize.
The live launch show, hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, saw each contestant introduced to viewers before taking part in a brief interview and making their way into Biggie’s house.
1. Tram
The 24-year-old streamer from Lagos described himself as tenacious and determined to focus on the competition.
2. Martin
Martins, 30, is a visual storyteller and model from Kogi State. He said he is leaving the runway for Biggie’s house, where he hopes to have fun. He also claimed he has a hidden talent for reading minds and admitted he could end up wearing his heart on his sleeve.
3. Abi
Abi is a chef and model from Osun State. She described herself as a lively personality who is bringing humour, confidence and plenty of “sauce” to the house.
4. Chimsom Chuka
The 27-year-old pharmacist from Anambra said he handles pressure with ease. He described himself as patient, funny and authentic, adding that he is looking forward to enjoying his time in the house.
5. Keivo
Keivo, a 27-year-old web developer from Benue State, described himself as a jack of all trades with high self-confidence. He enjoys gaming, painting and drawing, and said he is open to finding love but is not thinking about marriage yet.
6. Mercedes
Mercedes, 26, is a massage therapist and concierge business owner from Delta State.
She said she is entering the competition with ambition, confidence and what she described as “boss energy.”
7. Kamsy
8. Sultex
9. Aikou
Face beat. Confidence high. Patience for insults low.
10. Flora
Flora is a fashionable makeup entrepreneur with honesty and enough spice to keep the #BBNaija house on its toes. Her love life? Complicated.
11. Bells
12. Temi Nkem
13. Gerald
14. Oyin
15. Sheba
Gym lover. Proud mom. Lover girl. Sheba is bringing her powerful voice, warm energy and an open heart into Biggie’s house.
Meet the woman who is here for good times and possibly love.
16. Araga
Fashion model. Self-proclaimed king. Full-time vibe curator.
The last loverboy standing in Nigeria, Araga is here for the money, the energy, and love!
17. Ricky
Bad boy by necessity, that’s Ricky, 33,
Port Harcourt writer, finds love as thrilling as he finds literature, yet he doesn’t subscribe to it.
18. Nomy
Nomy is a 26-year-old fashion designer from Anambra, who’s ready to effortlessly turn her star power into headlines.
19. Barry
26-year-old civil engineer, Abuja-based designer, Barry has style for days.
He’s competitive, open to love, but disrespect doesn’t fly with him.
20. Neche
Neche, 25, says she is bringing brains, beauty and bundles to Biggie’s house.
21. Yusuf
He identifies himself as a self-starter who is highly confident in himself.
25-year-old Yusuf from Kogi, an actor, is bringing his energy, honesty, unpredictability, and a whole lot of emotions.
He’s ready to add Loverboy to his title, because he’s big fan of love.
22. Goddessa
Goddessa, a 30 year old musician from Abia State, is spontaneous, bold and completely unavailable for liars or romance.
Meet the lady ready to own every room.
23. Bluethophia
Meet Bluethophia (22), the photographer, model and student from Adamawa State.
She says she is bringing quiet confidence, Northern vibes and sharp instincts to Biggie’s house.
24. Cassi
Cassi, a 27-year-old entrepreneur and actor from Abia state, is a man of many talents: from drawing and painting to chiropractic therapy.
Being overly organised might land him in the dogbox.
