The season 9 of Africa’s biggest reality TV show, Big Brother Naija, which kicked off on Sunday July 28, 2024, promises to deliver unparalleled entertainment with a fresh twist – the housemates are competing in pairs!
Tagged: ‘BBNaija: No Loose Guard’, the show also brings back BBNaija: The Buzz – the talk show hosted by Toke Makinwa.
Premiering on Thursday August 1, 2024, The Buzz will feature Toke’s candid commentary, guest appearances, and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage from the BBNaija House. Here are the 28 housemates:
Zinwe Pair: Chinwe Elibe and Zion Ogiefa
Chinwe Elibe, 30, from Imo State is a graduate of Igbinedion University Okada. With her vibrant energy, she brings a passion for art and making money to the BBNaija house.
Chinwe plays alongside her Edo State-born romantic partner, Zion Ogiefa, 27, a graduate of Trinity University of Asia. Zion shares her enthusiasm for sports, fashion and modelling.
The Radicals: Fairme David and Michky
Twenty-nine-year-old Fairme David, from Delta/Warri, is ready to make an impact in the Big Brother Naija house.
A graduate of the University of Abuja, Fairme enjoys dancing, hiking, football, video games, etc. His partner, Michky the Great, is a 24-year-old dancing sensation from Edo State and graduate of the University of Calabar.
Michky combines his love for dancing with a commitment to fitness. Both Fairme and Michky share mutual interests in fitness and are virgins, adding a unique dimension to the dynamic duo.
Flourish Pair: Flora Chiedo and Ruth Akpan
Flora Chiedo, 26, from Imo State, graduated from Knutsford University in Ghana. She loves partying, listening to music and eating.
Flora is joined by her friend of 10 years, 32-year-old Ruth Akpan from Akwa Ibom State, who is also a graduate of Knutsford University. Both Flora and Ruth are excited to bring their lively energy, culinary skills, and travel stories to the BBNaija platform.
The Aces: Joseph Bassey Christopher and Samuel Osuji
Joseph Bassey Christopher, 24, from Akwa Ibom is a student of Mountain Top University with interests in hosting events, running, public speaking and fashion design.
He enters the house with his friend, Samuel Osuji, 23, from Imo State and a student at Babcock University, with a passion for American football. The pair is ready for the ultimate challenge, and plans to be unpredictable.
Shatoria Pair: Victoria Onyenwere Uchechi and Shaun Okojie
Victoria Onyenwere Uchechi, 25, from Imo State, is a student at National Open University. She loves food, travelling and going to the gym.
Her friend, Shaun Okojie, 28, from Edo State, is a graduate of the University of Bedfordshire, and enjoys sports. Together, they bring a dynamic presence to the Big Brother Naija house.
Wanni X Handi Pair: Handi Danbaki and Wanni Danbaki
Meet Handi Danbaki, a 27-year-old DJ and dancer from Kaduna. Handi is set to bring her groove to the BBNaija house, entering with her twin sister, Wanni Danbaki, 27, also from Kaduna.
Wanni loves dancing and meeting new people. As identical twins and graduates of Ahmadu Bello University, Handi and Wanni are poised to make a big impact in the house.
Ndinne Pair: Precious Chiamaka Nwafor and Mary Nneamaka Nwafor
Precious Chiamaka Nwafor, 31, from Anambra State, is a graduate of Anambra State University. She enters the house with her niece, Mary Nneamaka Nwafor, 22, a student at Nnamdi Azikiwe University.
Mary enjoys reading, researching, and playing basketball. Both Precious and Mary are set for an unforgettable experience in the Big Brother house.
Tami Pair: Damilola Eniola Ojo and Oluwatoyosi Precious Bakare
Damilola Eniola Ojo, 28, from Osun State, is a graduate of Lagos State Polytechnic. She enjoys partying and watching movies.
Damilola enters the house with her friend, Oluwatoyosi Precious Bakare, 26, from Osun State, and a graduate of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic. She loves movies, music and painting, and hopes to explore her creativity in the BBNaija house.
Mbadiwe Twins: Oseloka Ocee Mbadiwe and Ozumba Ozee Mbadiwe
Oseloka Ocee Mbadiwe, 37, from Imo State, brings his athleticism and social skills to the BBNaija house.
A graduate of the University of Hertfordshire and Nigerian Law School, Oseloka enjoys working out, playing football, socialising and entertaining. He is in the house with his brother, Ozumba Ozee Mbadiwe, also 37.
Ozumba is a graduate of University of Bradford and Nigerian Law School. Both brothers share interests that might serve as a strategic advantage.
Beta Pair: Tunji Adeniji Soji and Benjamin Eseoghene Olufemi
Tunji Adeniji Soji, 34, from Ogun State, is a graduate of Olabisi Onabanjo University. His interests include running and reading. He enters the house with his friend, 29-year-old Benjamin Eseoghene Olufemi from Ekiti/Delta State, and a graduate of Afe Babalola University who enjoys partying.
The shared interest in BBNaija, which sparked their friendship on social media, might give them an edge in the house.
Nelita Pair: Nnenna Mbonu and Anita Ukah
Nnenna Mbonu, 29, from Abia State, is a graduate of ISCG University in the Republic of Benin. She loves cooking, dancing, travelling, and meeting new people.
Anita Ukah, 28, from Imo State, is a graduate of Igbinedion University and University of Chester, UK. She enjoys dancing, healthcare and travelling. Looking forward to seeing what this dynamic duo brings to the Big Brother Naija house.
Double Kay Pair: Kingsley Sule and Kassia Sule
Kingsley Sule, 33, from Delta State, brings his fun-loving spirit to the BBNaija house.
A graduate of Delta State University, Kingsley enjoys music, movies, and anything fun. He enters with his wife, Kassia Sule, 30, also from Delta State, and a movie-loving graduate of Delta State Polytechnic.
The couple, who met 11 years ago, has vowed to keep their marital status hidden in the house, adding a twist to the show.
Streeze Pair: Ogunyemi Oluwatobi Feyishola aka Toby Forge and Mayowa Adewumi
Toby Forge, 27, from Ondo State, is a graduate of University of Lagos. Toby loves dancing, food, basketball and movies. He enters the house with his close friend of three years, Mayowa Adewumi.
Mayowa, 25, from Oyo State, is a graduate of Caleb University. His interests include movies, travelling, working out, and content creation. With Toby by his side, Mayowa is set for an unforgettable experience this season.
Onyeka and Chizoba Pair: Onyeka Chigbo and Chizoba Chigbo
Onyeka Chigbo, 28, from Anambra State, is a graduate of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, who enters the house with her sister, Chizoba. Her interests include dancing, swimming, yoga and acting.
Chizoba, 31, also from Anambra State, is a graduate of Imo State University. She adds new dimensions to the BBNaija season 9 as part of a family duo.
