BBN season 11: More housemates emerge to compete for grand prize

By Folashade Olorunfemi –

Nigeria’s biggest reality television show, Big Brother Naija (BBN), has unveiled more housemates competing for N160 million grand prize, alongside an SUV, for the 11th edition of the show, titled “Show Ya Sef”.

Big Brother Naija Season 11 features 24 housemates competing for the largest prize package in the history of the reality television franchise. Some of the contestants include: Nomy, Barry, and Neche Yusuf, Goddessa, Bluethophia, and Cassi.

Nomy is a 26-year-old fashion designer from Anambra, who believes in hardwork. During the unveiling, Nomy revealed that she had auditioned for previous editions of the show and is ready to turn her star qualities into headlines during her stay in the house.

Barry is a 26-year-old civil engineer, Abuja-based fashion designer. He is calm and energetic, competitive and open to love, but does not tolerate disrespect.

Neche, 25, is a lawyer and entrepreneur from Anambra state, who is bringing brains, beauty and bundles to Biggie’s house. Familiarizing herself with the game, she said, “Nothing is real until it gets real outside the house”, suggesting she has all it takes to thrive in the competition.

25-year-old Yusuf from Kogi, an actor, who believes BBN is a platform to propel his career to the next level . He described himself as selfish, picky and committed to winning. He is bringing his authenticity, unpredictability and lover-boy version to the show.

30-year-old Goddessa, is a musician from Abia state, who described herself as bold, spontaneous and unafraid to be unique. She expressed her disdain for liars, while openly expressing she would not condone romance in the house. However, she is determined to command attention throughout her stay in the house.

Bluethophia, 22, is a photographer, model and student from Adamawa state, who is ready to bring the Northern style infused into the Western silhouette. According to the organizers, she is entering the house with quiet confidence, hoping it would help her navigate the competition in the house.

Cassi, a 27-year-old entrepreneur and actor from Abia state, is a man of many talents: from drawing and painting to chiropractic therapy. During the unveiling, Cassi admitted that being overly organised might land him in the dogbox.

The opening show of the 11th edition was hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu. Music performances were delivered by Falz and Ycee, who serenaded the atmosphere with Afro-fusion beats.