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‘Show Ya Sef’: Meet the 24 Housemates of BBNaija Season 11 [Full List]

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July 26, 2026

Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 11 officially got underway on Sunday as organisers unveiled the 24 housemates set to compete in the ‘Show Ya Sef’ edition of the reality TV show.

The contestants, drawn from different professions and backgrounds, will battle for this season’s grand prize while entertaining viewers with their personalities, strategies and relationships inside Biggie’s house.

Here’s a look at the 24 housemates:

1. Tram

Twenty-four-year-old streamer Tram from Lagos says he is entering Biggie’s house with one goal — winning. He has no interest in romance or distractions and intends to remain focused throughout the competition.

2. Temi Nkem

At 21, Temi Nkem says she is bringing confidence, strategy and determination into the house. She plans to play the game on her own terms and is ready to make her voice heard.

3. Martins

Thirty-year-old Martins, a visual storyteller and model from Kogi State, says he enjoys reading people and is prepared to entertain viewers while pursuing the grand prize.

4. Mercedes

Twenty-six-year-old Mercedes from Delta State is a massage therapist and concierge business owner. She describes herself as ambitious and says she is entering the competition to add another success to her achievements.

5. Keivo

A 27-year-old web developer from Benue State, Keivo describes himself as a jack-of-all-trades. He enjoys gaming, painting and drawing and says he is open to finding love in the house, though marriage is not on his mind.

6. Chimsom Chuka

Twenty-seven-year-old pharmacist Chimsom Chuka from Anambra State says he wants viewers to see his authentic personality. He describes himself as patient, funny and ready to enjoy every moment in the house.

7. Abi

Chef and model Abi from Osun State says she is bringing humour, confidence and plenty of entertainment into the competition. She hopes her vibrant personality will make her one of the standout housemates.

8. Bells

Twenty-two-year-old Bells is described as resilient, independent and organised. A self-confessed foodie and neat freak, she hopes to remain true to herself despite the pressures of the game.

9. Flora

Makeup entrepreneur Flora says she is bringing honesty, confidence and plenty of excitement into Biggie’s house. Passionate about fashion, she admits she has little patience for insults.

10. Aikou

Twenty-five-year-old Aikou from Abuja is a freelance teacher and web developer. Calm, outspoken and independent, he enjoys reading and says he is open to finding love again but dislikes dishonesty.

11. Sultex

Twenty-four-year-old dancer and choreographer Sultex from Lagos says he is entering the competition with confidence and ambition. He enjoys dancing, gaming, football and table tennis, and says he always speaks his mind.

12. Kamsy

Twenty-four-year-old event planner and gift curator Kamsy says forgiveness does not come easily to her. She plans to bring style, ambition, humour and just enough drama into the house.

13. Gerard

Twenty-three-year-old on-air personality Gerard from Lagos describes himself as talented and outspoken. He hopes to make every moment count while competing for the grand prize.

14. Oyin

Twenty-two-year-old Oyin, a sales entrepreneur and model from Sagamu, says she is determined to prove that first impressions can be misleading as she competes for victory.

15. Sheba

A fitness enthusiast and proud mother, Sheba says she is bringing warmth, confidence and positive energy into Biggie’s house. She is also open to finding love during the competition.

16. Araga

Fashion model Araga proudly describes himself as “the last loverboy standing in Nigeria.” He says he joined the show for the money, the experience and the possibility of finding love.

17. Ricky

Thirty-three-year-old writer Ricky from Port Harcourt describes himself as a “bad boy by necessity.” Although he finds love exciting, he says he does not believe in it and hopes his storytelling skills will make him stand out.

18. Nomy

Twenty-six-year-old fashion designer Nomy from Anambra State believes hard work speaks louder than words. She says she is ready to turn her talent and determination into success inside Biggie’s house.

19. Barry

Twenty-six-year-old Barry is a civil engineer and fashion designer based in Abuja. Highly competitive, he says he is open to romance but has zero tolerance for disrespect.

20. Neche

Twenty-five-year-old Neche enters the competition with confidence, beauty and intelligence. She believes her personality and resilience will help her make a lasting impression in the house.

21. Yusuf

Twenty-five-year-old actor Yusuf from Kogi State describes himself as honest, energetic and unpredictable. A lover of romance, he hopes to earn the title of “Loverboy” during the competition.

22. Goddessa

Thirty-year-old musician Goddessa from Abia State says she is bold, spontaneous and unapologetically herself. She has no interest in romance and is determined to command attention throughout the season.

23. Bluethophia

Twenty-two-year-old Bluethophia is a photographer, model and student from Adamawa State. She says she is entering the competition with quiet confidence and believes her calm personality will work to her advantage.

24. Cassi

Twenty-seven-year-old Cassi from Abia State is an entrepreneur and actor with talents in drawing, painting and chiropractic therapy. Confident, creative and highly organised, he hopes his versatility will take him far in the competition.

The 24 contestants will now battle for the coveted BBNaija Season 11 grand prize as the ‘Show Ya Sef’ edition promises weeks of drama, entertainment, friendships, rivalries and unexpected twists.