On Sunday, July 28, Nigeria’s biggest reality TV show, Big Brother Naija (BBNaija), will start its ninth season with new and exciting changes.
For 71 days, paired housemates will entertain people in Nigeria and across Africa through their TV screens.
Here are five things to know about BBNaija Season 9:
1. This Season’s Theme is About Pairs
At a recent BBNaija media briefing, it was shared that contestants were chosen as pairs.
Dr. Busola Tejumola, the Executive Head of Content & Channels for West Africa, MultiChoice, said, “This year, Biggie requested auditions in pairs, a first for the show. We asked people to come with their friends, besties, family members, spouses, or partners to enter the show together as a pair.”
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2. Guinness is the Gold Sponsor
Guinness is a gold sponsor for this season. Other brands are also sponsoring the show.
The season premiere is on Sunday, July 28, 2024, on all Africa Magic channels. After that, viewers can watch all the drama on DStv Channel 198 and GOtv Channel 49. Fans can also join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #BBNaijaS9.
3. The Grand Prize is N100 Million
Dr. Tejumola revealed that the grand prize for this season is worth N100 million. This includes both cash and an SUV.
Many sponsors are supporting this season, but it is not clear if there will be more sponsored prizes.
4. Major Change in Head of House (HoH) Challenge
The Head of House challenge will have a new twist with new activities. Dr. Tejumola said, “Right after the launch show on Sunday, a new activity will kick off. This season has high stakes and will move quickly, starting right from Sunday night.”
The first Head of House will be chosen using the HoH Ballot on Monday, July 29.
5. Fave Lock-In is Back
Contestants can win, and fans can get involved through the Fave Lock-In. Viewers can guess which pairs will win the Immunity Challenge, and lucky fans will win N1 million each week.
See post below for further details:
Big news for BBNaija fans! 🚨 Season 9 kicks off July 28, 2024, with an epic grand finale on October 6, 2024! 🎉Â
One lucky winner will walk away with N100 million and a brand new SUV! #BBNAIJA #BBNaijaS9 pic.twitter.com/0iubHm0ye3
— Big Brother Naija Update (@Thegistnaija1) July 16, 2024
