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  • BBNAIJA All Stars: How I used Whitemoney for votes – Mercy Eke

    BBNAIJA All Stars: How I used Whitemoney for votes – Mercy Eke

    BBNaijaAllStars housemate Mercy Eke has received how she form an alliance with former colleague Whitemoney while the show was on.

    According to her, whatever connection she shared with the BBNaija ‘Shine Ya Eye’ winner during the recently concluded All Stars show was basically to gather votes.

    She clearly noted that the 31-year-old ‘Otamiemie master’ was ‘used for votes.’

    During their time in Biggie’s house, the two engaged in several interactions, including ‘romantic’ displays that sparked dating rumours.

    In her post-show conversation firstly with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Mercy clarified her alliance was purely a strategy and nothing more.

    She also claimed she tried as much as possible not to give Whitemoney false hope while strategising and playing her game.

    With the latest interview clip, the BBNaija ‘Pepper Dem’ winner reaffirmed Whitemoney was just a means to an end for her as regards securing votes on the show.

  • BBNaija all stars: Pere reveals what got him attracted to Mercy Eke

    BBNaija all stars: Pere reveals what got him attracted to Mercy Eke

    Former Big Brother Naija All Stars housemate, Pere Egbi has revealed what got him attracted to his colleague, Mercy Eke.

    Pere made the disclosure on Monday during his interview with former Big Brother Titans contestant, Miracle OP, on Sabi Radio.

    He stated that Mercy’s dedication to God played a pivotal role in forging a connection between them.

    He further explained that he observed that Mercy always read her Bible while they were in Biggie’s house and this left a lasting impression on him.

    “On her bed was a small bible; that night, I took a peak in the blue room and she was reading the bible. When you see Mercy, you won’t think she’s the type of person who is that spiritual with God. And every time, you see her praying every day.”

    Recall that Pere found solace in Mercy Eke towards the end of the show and described his relationship with her as “genuine authentic friendship that could lead anywhere.”

  • I’ll choose Mercy Eke over KimOprah 1,000 times – Pere

    I’ll choose Mercy Eke over KimOprah 1,000 times – Pere

    Big Brother Naija star, Pere Egbi has chosen his favourite housemate between Mercy Eke and KimOprah.

    In the latest episode of Clout Africa’s Getting Persona, Cross asked Pere who he preferred if he were to choose between and Mercy KimOprah.

    Pere responded: “Mercy Eke 1000 times. I’ll choose Mercy Eke aka Lamborghini.”

    Recall that houseguest KimOprah was in an entanglement triangle with best friends, Cross and Pere during her three-week stint in the just concluded BBNaija All Stars season.

  • BBNaija house is a different kind of prison with extreme conditions – Seyi Awolowo

    BBNaija house is a different kind of prison with extreme conditions – Seyi Awolowo

    Former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) All-Stars housemate, Seyi Awolowo has described the reality show as a different kind of prison with extreme conditions.

    Awolowo spoke about his experience inside BBNaija house in a recent interview with media personality Toke Makinwa

    The reality star also spoke on his controversial comment about bankrolling his son to enable him to have sexual intercourse with pre-arranged girls.

    “I did not know when it came out of my mouth. I think I was in a rant at that point in time. The house had gotten to one side of my brain that I did not expect. You do not want to know (what it is like). It is a different kind of prison. You know when you agree to some extreme conditions, you tend to underestimate that sentence’s extreme conditions. And I think I was at my own breaking point at that point in time,” he said.

    “I was in a rant from point A to point B but anytime I ask for the clip. Like I said already I still do apologise. The factors that made me go into that mindset at that point in time are not being considered. The stressors are not being considered and I cannot blame anybody for not noticing it or not wanting to see it.

    “But then again, there were some things that put me in that frame of mind. And regrettably, it is not exactly nice neither is it healthy. It is rather negative and toxic. Being around a lot of negative energy, you tend to most likely mop it up.”

     

  • We spent N5.5bn on BBNaija All Stars – MultiChoice

    We spent N5.5bn on BBNaija All Stars – MultiChoice

    Multichoice Nigeria on Tuesday disclosed that N5.5 billion was invested in the production of the just-concluded “All Stars” edition of the Big Brother Naija reality show.

    Busola Tejumola, Executive Head of  Content and West Africa Channels, MultiChoice Nigeria,  disclosed this during the cash prize presentation to the winner of the All Stars show, Ilebaye Odiniya, in Lagos.

    Ilebaye was given a cheque of N120 million and the key to her new SUV from Innosons Motors.

    Tejumola said that over 2,000 individuals were also employed to execute the show.

    She said the show generated over 1.53 billion voters across all regions.

    “This year, we have backed this commitment up with a total investment of NGN5.5 billion, covering the costs of production, construction, fittings, technical, licensing, satellite, and marketing in the production of this season of Big Brother Naija.

    “And of course, there is the direct impact of over 2000 individuals employed to bring this project to life.

    “As Africa’s most loved storyteller, we are proud to be part of creating opportunities for growth for the youth in their quest to build great futures.

    “This year Biggieverse was opened as Big Brother invited into it your favorite All-Stars 20 game players, four house guests, nine Jury members and 12 Wager Task Judges and the parrot who all together delivered a riveting show that kept us all entertained for 71 days,” she said.

    Tejumola described the Big Brother All Stars as a season of love rekindled, new friendships, settling scores, comedic moments, fantastic showcase of talent and a battle for dominance.

    She appreciated the lead sponsor of the show, MoniePoint Microfinance Bank and the associate sponsor, HFM Online Trading, for partnering with MultiChoice to deliver a Biggieverse of pure entertainment.

    She also appreciated other sponsors of the show.

    “In this 20th year of Africa Magic’s operations in Nigeria, we thank you for choosing to make magic with us.

    “Thank you, our loyal viewers, for your love and support that sustains the conversations around all our productions.

    “Congratulations Baye, the resident GenZ Baddie on conquering in Biggieverse and emerging the winner of the very first Big Brother Naija All-Stars Season.

    “Our commitment to showcasing the best in sporting, entertainment and telling uniquely authentic indigenous stories remains unwavering,” she said.

    Earlier, the winner of the All Stars show, Ilebaye, who expressed excitement over her victory appreciated MultiChoice, her family, fans and fellow ex-housemates.

    “I want to thank Big Brother, my family, sponsors, host of the show, supporters and people who did not sleep to ensure the success of the show. I promise to make you all proud and make good use of the money,” she said.

    Also, Mr Chinedu Okpara, Head of Product Marketing at MoniePoint, who described the show as an exciting one expressed joy in  partnering with MultiChoice to execute the All Stars show.

    “The show was an exciting one, lots of drama for us. We are happy to be a part of this.

    “We have been able to fulfil one of our dreams of empowering dreams and we will continue to look for more opportunity like this,” he said.

  • BBNaija All Stars winner, Ilebaye reveals struggle with insomnia

    BBNaija All Stars winner, Ilebaye reveals struggle with insomnia

    Ilebaye Precious Odiniya has revealed struggling with insomnia after she won the Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) All Stars reality TV show.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Ilebaye, nicknamed Gen Z baddie, made the disclosure while she was being presented with her prize on Tuesday.

    Recall Ilebaye emerged as the winner of the BBNaija All Stars edition on October 1, taking home the grand prize of N120 million, along with other exciting rewards.

    Insomnia is persistent problems falling and staying asleep, which in most cases is related to poor sleeping habits, depression, anxiety, lack of exercise, chronic illness or certain medication.

    While claiming her grand prize, Ilebaye revealed to show host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu that she has not been able to sleep since winning the show.

    When Ebuka asked her how she felt about winning the show, Ilebaye responded, “I’m still in disbelief; it’s like a dream. I’m trying to adjust to every moment”.

    She was then questioned about her reaction the moment she heard her name announced as the winner.

    “I was super excited, I couldn’t believe it. When I saw my parents, I ran towards them, shouting that I made it. I was just so thrilled,” Ilebaye said.

    Regarding sleep, she added, “No, sleep hasn’t come to me.”

    TNG reports Ilebaye had earlier revealed she would use her N120 million prize money to build her Gen Z baddie empire.

  • BBNaija All Stars: How I will spend my N120m – Ilebaye

    BBNaija All Stars: How I will spend my N120m – Ilebaye

    Big Brother Naija All Stars winner, Ilebaye Odiniya, also known as  Baye, has finally revealed what she will spend her grand prize on.

    Recall that Ilebaye, a 22-year-old Kogi-born model, beat five other finalists to win the N120 million grand prize of the reality show on Sunday.

    She became only the second person from Northern Nigeria to win the reality show after Kaduna-born Katung Aduwak who won the first season in 2006.

    Shortly after winning, Ilebaye revealed that she wants to win her prize money to build an “empire” while fielding questions from the host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu.
    Ebuka asked: “Congratulations. What are you going to do with the N120 million you just won?”

    Ilebaye replied: “I will use it to build my empire.”

    Ebuka asked: “What’s the name of your empire?”

    Ilebaye replied: “Gen Z Baddie!”
  • BBNaija All Stars: What Ilebaye’s Governor said on her victory

    BBNaija All Stars: What Ilebaye’s Governor said on her victory

    Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has congratulated Ilebaye Odiniya, the winner of the Big Brother Naija All Stars reality TV show, which ended on Sunday.

    Governor Bello, in a statement issued in Lokoja by his Media Aide, Onogwu Mohammed, said Ilebaye’s BBNaija All Stars victory confirmed her brilliance, perseverance and humility.

    Bello described Ilebaye, a criminology graduate of Salem University, Lokoja, as a true trendsetter and Kogi’s pride.

    “I am delighted to congratulate one of our own in Kog, Ilebaye Odiniya, for emerging as the winner of the Big Brother Naija Allstars Season reality television show.

    “Ilebaye, you are a trendsetter and Kogi’s pride, who has excelled in both academic and social spheres.

    “This victory is a testament to your brilliance, intellect and maturity. Your determination, resilience, and poise set you apart during the three months you spent in the house,” he said.

    He acknowledged Ilebaye as the face of a positive revolution in the history of African entertainment, not only for the youth of Kogi but for Nigeria, Africa, and the global community.

    While celebrating Ilebaye’s achievement, Bello also commended the outstanding performance of Kogi youths in various academic and social endeavours across the country and the globe.

    He recalled the recent global recognition received by another Kogi youth, Oluwabukolami Adeyemi, who emerged as the overall best performer in the 2022 Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge AS Level Examinations, earning her an overseas scholarship for further education.

    According to him, both Ilebaye and Oluwabukolami served as beacons of inspiration and motivation to other youths, not only in Kogi but across Nigeria.

    He reassured the citizens of the state of his administration’s commitment to support and empower the youth in their pursuit of legitimate aspirations.

    The governor affirmed: “Our administration will continue to support and empower the youth through various initiatives aimed at fostering inclusion, job creation and harnessing our natural youthful energy,” he said.

  • What Mercy Eke said as Ilebaye pips her to win BBNaija All Stars

    What Mercy Eke said as Ilebaye pips her to win BBNaija All Stars

    Ilebaye Precious Odiniya, codenamed Gen Z baddie, on Sunday, pipped Mercy Eke to emerge winner of the Big Brother Naija All Stars reality TV show.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Mercy Eke, who won season 4 of Big Brother Naija in 2019, emerged first runner-up in the 2023 All Stars edition of the reality TV show on Sunday.

    Mercy, who bagged N60 million during the ‘Pepper Dem’ edition, disclosed on stage with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu that she never expected to see herself in the final.

    She, meanwhile, revealed that returning for the All Stars edition of the BBNaija reality TV show was worth it for her.

    “I was here 4 years ago and now I am back here; so it is not even easy to compete with these newbies,” Mercy said while speaking with Ebuka on the stage of the grand finale.

    Ebuka the show host had asked her: “you have been here before but you have been very scared of not getting here, what is going through your mind right now?”

    TNG reports that 31-year-old lawyer from the ‘Double Wahala’ edition, Cynthia Nwadiora, popularly known as CeeC, emerged as the second runner-up.

    Adekunle Olopade, a 27-year-old digital consultant and entrepreneur from Lagos State, emerged the third runner-up with Pere Egbi as the fourth runner-up and Cross Okonkwo, the fifth runner-up.

    Gen Z baddie, Ilebaye, who won the show, carts away the grand prize of 120 million Naira among other prizes.

  • How I felt God’s presence in Big Brother’s house – Ilebaye

    How I felt God’s presence in Big Brother’s house – Ilebaye

    Ilebaye Precious Odiniya, winner of the 2023 BBNaija All Stars reality TV show, popularly known only as Ilebaye, has said she felt the presence of God while in the Big Brother house.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Ilebaye, codenamed Gen Z baddie, said this shortly before she emerged as the winner of the BBNaija All Stars reality TV show during the grand finale on Sunday.

    The Gen Z Baddie dropped to the floor and crawled across the stage in disbelief when her name was announced as the ultimate winner of the first-ever star-studded season.

    Speaking on the stage with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu before she was declared the winner of BBNaija All Stars 2023, the Gen Z baddie said she was off to build her empire after the show.

    “I just felt that God was beside me. He was always with me and I was just calm.

    “I was just like, keep going, be strong, everything is going to be okay,” Ilebaye said when Ebuka asked her “how was it that you survived every week and you kind of took it very calmly”.

    TNG reports Ilebaye endured a tough time in the house, surviving occasional ridicule and teasing from her fellow housemates

    Two weeks into the game, Ilebaye received a double strike, leaving her with one more strike and she would be immediately evicted from the Big Brother house.

    At some points in the game, the guys actually plotted to oust her as her two strikes had rendered her an easy target.

    However, two weeks before the end of the season, Ilebaye proved herself when she became the third and last female All Star to make head of house, leading her straight to the finale.

    Over and above the 120 million Naira cash prize, Ilebaye walks away with a weekend getaway for two by Travel Beta, an Innoson car, a Techno phone, Nexus appliances and one year supply of Pepsi, Dano, Munch It, WAW, Hawaii Soap, Titus, Lush and Sardine products.

    TNG reports Gen Z baddie Ilebaye will be presented with her prize money on Tuesday.