As Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 9 kicks off today, Sunday, July 28th, all eyes are on the new batch of housemates set to enter the famous house.
This year’s edition of the reality TV show comes with a unique twist: the “Dynamic Duo” theme.
For the first time in the show’s history, the housemates will be entering in pairs of twos, whether they are couples, friends, family members or colleagues. This dynamic duo format is a strategy to bring more excitement and put more eyes on the show’s competition.
Returning as the host is Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, who has been the face of Big Brother Naija for years. Ebuka’s hosting skills and dress sense have become an integral part of the show.
So, without further ado, let’s meet some of the dynamic duo housemates who will be competing for the grand prize in the 10-week-long season:
1. Chinwe and Zion — a couple
Fans of the show since their teenage years, this couple met at a bachelor’s party. Tagged “The Zinwes”, they’ve been dating for five months. They are excited to showcase their relationship and compete together as the “Zinwes” dynamic duo.
2. Femi and Micky — friends
Called “The Radicals”, Femi and Micky are gym buddies and self-proclaimed “virgins” who met at the gym. At 29 and 24 years old, respectively, the duo is ready to bring their youthful energy to the Big Brother Naija house.
3. DJ Flo and Rhuthee — friends
Friends for 10 years, DJ Flo and Rhuthee met in school in 2014 and have been close ever since. Calling themselves “Aki and Paw Paw”, the pair claim to not have any strategy and are in the house for the vibes. The duo call themselves the “Flourish” team.
4. Nne and Chinne — niece and aunt
Nne and Chinne, the ‘Ndinne’ team, are relatives who are super close and consider each other as friends. They are excited to compete together as a dynamic duo and showcase their familial bond.
5. Topher and Sooj — friends
The “Ace” team, Topher and Sooj, have been friends for over a year, and they are ready to put their friendship to the test in the Big Brother Naija house.
6. Shaun and Victoria – friends
The “Shatoria” team, Shaun is a model and actor, while Victoria is a travel consultant. They met in Dubai in 2022 and have been tight ever since.
They claim to be just friends and nothing more.
7. Handi and Wanni – identical twins
Handi and Wanni are the first set of twins to ever step into the Big Brother Naija house. Hailing from Kaduna State, they promise to bring the drama and are single and ready to mingle.
8. Ben and Tjay – friends
The “Beta” team, Ben and Tjay met via social media in the comment section of a Big Brother Naija post. Tjay is married.
9. Ozee and Ocee – twins
The Mbadiwe twins, they are lawyers and are a part of the popular Ozumba Mbadiwe family. They’re the second pair of twins to be in the show.
10. Damilola and Toyosi – friends
Damilola and Toyosi are bestfriends who are ready to play their game together and win the cash prize.
11. Anita and Nelly – friends
The pair met at a beauty pageant audition and have been friends for nine years. Anita is a beauty queen, while Nelly is a pole dancer and stripper.
12. Toby Forge and Mayor Frosh – friends
Going by the name “Streeze,” Toby Forge and Mayor Frosh are friends who are ready to bring their unique energy to the Big Brother Naija house.
13. Kassia and Kellyrae – married couple
The only married couple in the house this season, Kassia and Kellyrae dated for 10 years before getting married in February 2024. They go by the name “Doublekay.”
14. Chizoba and Onyeka – best friends
The “Chekas” team, Chizoba and Onyeka are best friends who are ready to have fun in the Big Brother house and are also on the lookout for love.
Stay tuned for more updates as the competition heats up!
CREDIT: Guardian Life
