Several past contestants of Big Brother Naija have shared how the popular reality show changed the trajectory of their lives and boosted their careers to new heights. These revelations came during a recent birthday celebration held in Lagos for renowned BBNaija host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu.
Speaking at the event, Ebuka reflected on how the reality show helped him discover a hidden talent for TV hosting. “It definitely made me a TV presenter. I was never going to be doing this. I was a lawyer. But I went into the Big Brother house and discovered that I have this thing about speaking. Without BBNaija, I wouldn’t have a career in television today,” he said.
Actress and former housemate Bisola Aiyeola admitted that she always believed in her potential for success but credited the show for speeding things up. “Big Brother Naija escalated the success that I knew I was going to have either way, but the reality show took it like zillion steps faster to the top,” she said.
Reality star and actress Mercy Eke, who won the show in 2019, said, “Big Brother Naija changed me, changed my brand, changed my whole existence. I think you can see it right here.”
Other ex-housemates echoed the sentiment. Actor Gideon Okeke stated, “Big Brother Naija brought me out to the world, now you know who I is. Otherwise, I would be in the ghetto.”
TV personality KimOprah praised the show for offering massive exposure: “BBNaija is an amazing platform; it showcases you to the world. Honestly, you can only go up from there.”
Podcaster Adekunle credited BBNaija with giving him national recognition. “Big Brother gave me a platform and made millions of people know me,” he said.
Singer and winner Laycon also credited the show for boosting his music career: “It took it [my career] off the roof.”
The collective testimonies reinforce BBNaija’s reputation as a powerful launchpad for talent in Nigeria’s entertainment space.
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