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.