With the theme: ‘Everything Is For The Taking’, the Season 11 of Big Brother Naija, which kicked off fully on Sunday July 26, promises 72 days of entertainment, fierce competition, strategic alliances, drama, romance, betrayals and tearful evictions.
For the second time, the organisers adopted a double launch, introducing housemates over two nights before the show got fully underway on Sunday.
The contestants came from different parts of the country and professional backgrounds, all with one ambition: to outwit one another and emerge the overall winner of the grand prize of N160 million.
Here are the contestants:
- Temi Nkem (21)
Temi Nkem enters Biggie’s house with a clear game plan and plenty to say. Confident and outspoken, she insists she will play the game strictly on her own terms.
- Martins (30)
The Kogi-born visual storyteller is leaving behind fashion shows for life in Biggie’s house. He hopes to entertain viewers while making a lasting impression.
- Tram (24)
The Lagos-born streamer says his mission is simple—win the game. He has ruled out romance and distractions, insisting his focus remains on the grand prize.
- Abi
A model and chef from Osun State but based in Lagos, Abi is bringing bold energy, humour and a fearless personality into the house. She believes her confidence and charisma will ensure she is impossible to ignore.
- Chimsom Chuka (27)
The Anambra-born pharmacist describes himself as patient, funny and authentic. Calm under pressure, he hopes his personality will earn him favour among both housemates and viewers.
- Keivo (27)
The Benue-born web developer is a confident jack-of-all-trades who enjoys gaming, painting and drawing. He believes there is no challenge he cannot overcome and says he is ready for anything Biggie throws at him.
- Mercedes (26)
The Delta-born massage therapist, concierge CEO and entrepreneur says she is bringing boss energy, confidence and ambition into the competition. She believes women should build their own success without waiting for anyone.
- Kamsy (24)
The Imo State-born, Lagos-based event planner, gift curator and decorator is bringing style, ambition, humour and just the right amount of drama into the house. She describes herself as dramatic, funny and always on her phone, adding that winning BBNaija would only be the beginning of bigger achievements.
- Sultex (24)
The Lagos-born dancer and choreographer is outspoken, ambitious and determined to make his presence felt. He dislikes dishonesty and says he is ready to take his career to the next level through the show.
- Aikou (25)
The Abuja-based freelance teacher and web developer values honesty, adaptability and meaningful relationships. Calm and composed, he believes his personality will help him navigate the game.
- Flora
The Delta-born makeup entrepreneur is fashionable, confident and unapologetically honest. She has zero tolerance for disrespect and promises to keep the house lively.
- Bells (22)
Independent, resilient and a self-confessed neat freak, Bells says she is ready for every challenge the BBNaija experience has to offer.
- Gerard (23)
The Lagos-based on-air personality describes himself as an open book who hates dishonesty. He intends to enjoy every moment of the competition while staying true to himself.
- Oyin (22)
The Sagamu-born sales entrepreneur and model wants to prove that first impressions can be deceiving. She enters the competition with her eyes firmly on the grand prize.
- Sheba
A gym enthusiast, proud mum and romantic, Sheba says she is bringing warmth, confidence and positive energy into Biggie’s house.
- Araga
The fashion model and self-proclaimed king says he is in the house for the money, the excitement and possibly even love, describing himself as the last loverboy standing.
- Ricky (33)
The Port Harcourt-born writer calls himself a bad boy by necessity. While he enjoys romance, he admits he does not necessarily believe in it.
- Nomy (26)
The Anambra-born fashion designer believes in quiet hustle over loud promises. She hopes her creativity and confidence will turn her into one of the season’s standout contestants.
- Barry (26)
The Abuja-based civil engineer and designer is stylish, highly competitive and open to finding love, although he says disrespect is a deal breaker.
- Neche (25)
Neche is bringing brains, beauty and confidence into Biggie’s house, and is ready to prove she has what it takes to become the next BBNaija winner.
- Yusuf (25)
The Kogi-born actor describes himself as confident, honest and unpredictable. A self-confessed lover boy, he believes his personality will win hearts inside and outside the house.
- Goddessa (30)
The Abia-born musician is bold, spontaneous and says she has no time for liars or romance. She is determined to command attention whenever she walks into a room.
- Bluethophia (22)
The Adamawa-born photographer, model and student is bringing quiet confidence, creativity and sharp instincts into the competition.
- 24. Cassi (27)
The Abia-born entrepreneur and actor is organised, creative and multi-talented, with interests ranging from painting and drawing to chiropractic therapy.
