The 9th season of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality TV show, on the theme: No Loose Guard, kicked off on Sunday.
Straightnews reports that the show host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, in an unexpected twist, unveiled the housemates who were being introduced to the House in pairs.
This is a departure from previous seasons where housemates entered the House as individuals.
The new season which premiered on Sunday promises to deliver 10 weeks of thrilling entertainment and unexpected twists.
The opening night was nothing short of spectacular, featuring an electrifying live show that introduced the audience to the housemates.
This season’s unique format saw contestants enter in pairs, starting with the couple Zion and Chinwe aka Zinwe.
The first housemates were followed by Femi David and Michael, also known as Radicals.
The third pair to enter the BBNaija house were DJ Flo and Rhuthee, also known as Flourish.
Also, Chinne and Nne, better known as Ndi Nne, who came in as an aunty and niece, were the fourth pair.
Topher and Sooj, known as Aces, entered as the fifth pair.
Coming in as the 6th pair for season 9 were Victoria and Shaun (Shatoria).
Wanni and Handi (Wanni X Handi) came in as the 7th housemate pairing.
Another set of twins were two brothers known on the show as Mbadiwe twins. They said they are currently on the show to correct the narrative.
The 9th housemates are the BETA duo.
BETA are followed by the TAMI duo, who are longtime friends.
Another pair of housemates are NELITA.
Married couple – DOUBLE KAY.
CHEKAS are another pair who said they are on the show to stir up some trouble.
Following them were friends Michky and Fairme David, known as the Radicals, and another duo of friends, DJ Flo and Ruthee, who goes by the name Flourish.
The fourth pair, a niece and her aunt, Chinne and Nne—dubbed Ndi Nne— also made their way into the house.
The excitement continued with colleagues Topher and Sooj, known as Aces, followed by close friends, Shaun and Victoria, referred to as Shatoria.
The introduction of popular female DJs- Wanni and Handi further ramped up the energy in the house. Another set of twins, Tjay and Ben, known as Beta were the next to make it into the house.
The lineup also included friends Damilola and Toyosi, aka Tami; Anita and Nelly, known as Nelita; Ocee and Ozee aka Mbadiwe twins; Toby Forge and Mayor Frosh, who go by Streeze; married couple Kassia and Kellyrae, aka Double Kay; and finally, sisters Chizoba and Onyeka, known as Chekas.
Adding to the vibrant atmosphere was a stellar performance by Afrobeat queen Niniola Apata.
As housemates vie for a grand prize of N100 million—comprising N65 million in cash along with other enticing rewards—the stage is set for drama, alliances, and unforgettable moments in the Big Brother Naija house.
