The Big Brother Naija Season 11 officially kicked off on Sunday, July 26, with a live show hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu to unveil 24 housemates.
The 24 housemates will compete for the record-breaking ₦160 million grand prize.
From Temi Nkem to Sheba, here are the 12 female housemates of the Show Ya Self season.
1. Temi Nkem
21-year-old Temi Nkem said she is entering the competition with a clear strategy and intends to play the game entirely on her own terms. She believes she has plenty to say and is prepared to stand her ground.
2. Abi
Abi, a chef and model from Osun State, introduced herself as a vibrant and confident personality. She said viewers should expect humour, confidence, and plenty of “sauce” throughout her stay in the house.
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3. Mercedes
Mercedes, 26, is a massage therapist and concierge business owner from Delta State. She said she is entering the competition with ambition, confidence, and what she described as “boss energy.”
4. Kamsy
Twenty-four-year-old Kamsy is an event planner and gift curator. She admitted she rarely forgives easily and said she would be bringing style, ambition, humour, and just enough drama to keep viewers entertained.
5. Flora
Flora is a fashionable makeup entrepreneur who believes honesty and confidence are among her greatest strengths. She said she intends to bring enough spice into the house to keep fellow housemates on their toes, while describing her love life as complicated.
6. Bells
At 22, Bells described herself as resilient, independent, and highly organised. A confessed foodie and neat freak, she revealed she is still deeply in love with her high school sweetheart.
7. Oyin
Oyin, 22, is a sales entrepreneur and model who proudly describes herself as a daddy’s girl. She said she wants to prove that first impressions can be misleading and remains fully focused on winning the competition.
8. Sheba
A gym enthusiast and proud mother, Sheba said she will be bringing warmth, positivity, and her powerful personality into Biggie’s house. She also hinted that she is open to finding love during the competition.
9. Nomy
Nomy is a 26-year-old fashion designer from Anambra State who believes she has the charisma and star power to dominate conversations both inside and outside the house.
10. Neche
Twenty-five-year-old Neche said she is bringing brains, beauty, and confidence into Biggie’s house. She believes she has everything it takes to stand out among the contestants.
11. Goddessa
Goddessa, a 30-year-old musician from Abia State, described herself as spontaneous, bold and fearless. While she has no patience for liars, she also made it clear she is not entering the house in search of romance but to own every room she steps into.
12. Bluethophia
Bluethophia, a 22-year-old photographer, model, and student from Adamawa State, said she will be bringing quiet confidence, Northern charm, and sharp instincts into the competition.