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BIG BROTHER NAIJA SEASON 10

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Meet the Queens of Big Brother Naija Season 10 : 15 Bold, Beautiful, and Unapologetic Women Set the Stage for the Most Explosive Season Yet

In an unprecedented twist, 15 female contestants were introduced on Saturday, July 26, 2025, with male housemates joining the next evening. These women represent a wide spectrum of ages, professions, states, and powerful personalities all playing for a ₦150 million prize, now tied to weekly performance rewards.

Meet the housemates what makes each one stand out:

1. Zita (Elizabeth Oloruntola), 24, Imo/Lagos

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A creative force and content queen student, model, makeup artist, painter, and photographer. Fiercely independent, she navigates life with a “YOLO” attitude and promises to bring high energy, authenticity, and aesthetic flair to the house. Her parents reportedly don’t know she joined the show.

2. Big Soso (Sonia Amako), 28 – Kaduna

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A lawyer turned‑chef who funded her university fees by cooking in the UK. Big Soso is grounded in community empowerment, championing Northern Nigerian women, and ready to bring warmth mixed with intelligence to the house.

3. Gigi Jasmine (Nicole Simon–Ogan), 31 – Akwa Ibom / Lagos

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A Nigerian American DJ, performing as a storyteller and single mum in one. She prides herself on blending culture with creativity, “shifting the culture with beats and brains” and is described as poised yet bold.

4.Ivatar (Ifeyinwa Okafor), 37 – Anambra

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An experienced media personality, DJ, TV host and mother. She bridges Yoruba and Igbo heritage, raised partly in South Africa, and enters the game with maturity, self-awareness, and strategic depth.

5.Sultana (Farida Sultana Auduson Ibrahim), 25/26 – Adamawa

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A plus‑size model and beautician challenging beauty norms and stereotypes. She’s expressive, unpredictable, and eager to represent Northern charisma and confidence on her own terms.

6.Mide (Ayomide Iwasokun), 23 – Ondo

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An entrepreneur and aspiring actor, she is intuitive, stylish, and self aware with a knack for spotting red flags. Describes herself as a “polished hustler” with a strong sense of realness.

7.Dede (Precious Ashiogwu), 23 – Delta

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Self-proclaimed “antagonist” and unapologetic drama‑lover. With fierce focus and entrepreneurial ambition, she’s here for the spotlight—“a 10/10, no notes”—and is ready to stir things up.

8.Doris Okorie, 33–34 – Ogun / Imo

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An actor, writer, and bold content creator. She identifies as a “firecracker” and warns she won’t tolerate disrespect she’s here to lean into the chaos, but only when needed.

9.Joanna (Josephine Iwoh), 21 – Benue

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A two‑time pageant queen turned entrepreneur, Joanna blends elegance with edge. Precise, principled, and ready to “shake tables,” she stands out for her poise and intentionality.

10.Isabella (Esther Georgewill), 29 – Rivers

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An actress and mother of a 14‑year‑old who views life through a spiritual lens: “sweet like honey, sharp like a sting.” Deeply grounded and emotionally nuanced, she blends softness with steel .

11.Imisi (Opeyemi Ayanwale), 23 – Oyo

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Fashion designer and actress who speaks her mind without filter: “I narrate everything... they love it anyway.” Bold, emotionally open, and refreshingly chaotic when necessary .

12.Ibifubara Davies, 28 – Rivers / Lagos

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Psychologist and mental health advocate with a flair for food critique and witty commentary. Soft yet sharp, she brings introspection and emotional intelligence to the dynamics.

13.Tracy (Uchenna Ekwe), 27 – Anambra

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A graduate trainee and single mum who labels herself “the weird kid” transparent, free‑spirited, and craving joy over societal expectations. She’s here to breathe, have fun, and disrupt the norm

14.Thelma Lawson, 26 – Rivers

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A skincare entrepreneur and business hustler who opened two stores by university graduation. Motherhood and ambition fuel her; she enters with honesty, authenticity, and a clear edge in the game .

15.Sabrina Idukpaye, 32 – Edo

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Model, TEDx speaker, Vogue alumna and LSE graduate. She calls herself a real-life princess fearless, articulate, and unapologetically sophisticated. Expect depth, flair, and thought-provoking presence .

What Sets Them Apart

  • All‑female batch kicked off the season - first time choice in BBNaija history, creating early drama and camaraderie before the men arrived.

  • Unique Nigerian regional representation: all geopolitical zones covered, with varied ages and life experiences.

  • Diverse careers and identities: lawyers, DJs, therapists, entrepreneurs, and mothers.

  • The show introduced a new format: housemates must earn their ₦150 million prize incrementally via performance tasks, and a revamped HoH challenge now has a challenger round on Mondays.

Verdict: A Bold Start to Season 10

BBNaija Season 10 opens with fire, personality, and substance. These 15 women are not just stunning faces they're trailblazers with stories, strengths, and stakes. Expect friendships, rivalries, power plays, and emotional depth as this season unfolds.