They said it would be different this year, and Big Brother Nigeria didn’t come to play. From the moment the doors opened on Saturday night, we knew we were in for a twist-heavy, drama-rich, strategy-packed season.
In a move no one saw coming, 15 ladies entered first, without a single guy in sight. The girls had a whole day to bond, mark their territory, and scope out the game. Then on Sunday, 14 men stormed the house, changing the energy in one night.
We now have 29 housemates, all from diverse backgrounds: creatives, chefs, doctors, bankers, dancers, queens, and everything in between.
Some are calm, some chaotic. Some are flirty, others are focused. One thing’s for sure — this house is already cooking.
So whether you missed the premiere or you just need help keeping up, I got you 💅
Here’s your official list of all 29 housemates and a recap of what’s gone down so far:
15 Female Housemates (entered July 26)
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Zita – 24, Imo – Bold, secretive, pastor’s daughter with edge
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Mide – 23, Ondo – Sweet but sly, Lagos-based babe
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Sultana – 25, Adamawa – Plus-size, playful & confident
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Doris – 24, Ogun – Fashion-forward tomboy
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Big Soso – 28, Kaduna – Lawyer, chef, empath with backbone
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Tracy – 27, Anambra – Quiet, creative chemical engineer
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Ivatar – 37, Anambra – DJ, media girl, bold & unapologetic
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Sabrina – 32, Edo – Canadian-Nigerian, politician’s daughter
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Gigi Jasmine – 31, Akwa Ibom – US-raised, confident and stylish
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Thelma Lawson – 26, Rivers – Reserved but elegant
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Imisi – 23, Oyo – Energetic and bubbly
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Ibifubara – 28, Rivers – Strategic with calm charisma
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Isabella – 29, Rivers – Feminine and warm
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Joanna – 21, Benue – Playful, youngest in the house
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Dede – 23, Delta – Observant, grounded, introspective
14 Male Housemates (entered July 27)
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Koyin – 21, Ogun – Model, party-lover, plans to flirt
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Danboskid – 25, Ekiti – Former Mr. Ideal Nigeria, soft life vibes
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Bright Morgan – 27, Imo – Nollywood actor, self-obsessed
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Rooboy – 29, Ogun – Hypeman, loud, fun and chaotic
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Faith – 25, Osun – Medical doctor, emotionally aware
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Kaybobo – 26, Ekiti – Model and chef, confident in the kitchen
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Denari – 27, Anambra – Sales rep, mimic, creative mind
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Kayikunmi – 25, Ekiti – Banker, royal background, quiet flirt
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Kola – 28, Ekiti – Calm, strategic, stylish content creator
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Otega – 32, Delta – Soulful chef turned artist
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Kuture – 27, Kogi – Interior designer, musician
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Mentan – 29, Rivers – Law student, funny and real
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Victory Okokon – 28, Akwa Ibom – Psychologist, deep thinker
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Jason Jae – 29, Ondo – Musician, creative, Head of House
What You Missed So Far (Days 1 & 2)
Some standouts:
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Zita: already showing strong leadership energy
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Big Soso: balanced vibes — mature but not boring
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Sabrina & Ivatar: bringing international edge and confidence
July 27 (Sunday) – 14 guys entered. Drama potential: activated!
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Jason Jae won the first Head of House
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Rooboy turned up the volume from the moment he walked in.
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Faith came in quiet but serious — strategy vibes.
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Danboskid has girls curious already with his “I no dey chase” energy.
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Coupling tension is building: eyes are scanning, but no obvious ships are yet visible.
Jason has picked his HoH team – more details to come as tasks begin.