BBNaija S10 kicks off as 15 female housemates are unveiled; full list with ages and states

BBNaija Season 10 is officially underway, and in a notable twist, the first 15 housemates introduced are all female.

Aged between 21 and 37, and representing a wide range of states across Nigeria, the housemates bring a mix of ambition, creativity, and personality into the freshly unveiled BBNaija house.

While male contestants are expected to join later, this all-women introduction gives the spotlight to a diverse group of women from across the country ranging from actresses and entrepreneurs to chefs, therapists, and DJs—all ready to compete for the ₦150 million prize.

Here are the first 15 housemates of BBNaija Season 10:

1. Zita, 33 – Actress from Imo State. She describes herself as a rebel and says her parents don’t even know she’s in the house.

2. Ayomide (Mide), 23 – Entrepreneur from Ondo State who dreams of becoming an actress. Known for being fun, flirty, and cautious.

3. Sultana, 25 – Plus-size model from Adamawa. Bold, unbothered, and determined to take the crown.

4. Doris Okorie, 24 – Content creator from Ogun State. A loud, loyal self-proclaimed drama queen who promises not to take nonsense.

5. Big Soso – Practicing lawyer and chef from Kaduna. Focused on inspiring young Northern girls with her strength and versatility.

6. Tracy, 27 – Graduate trainee from Anambra State. She says she’s putting pressure aside and choosing to enjoy life to the fullest.

7. Ivatar, 37 – Media personality and single mother from Anambra State, raised in South Africa. A tattooed DJ and actress ready to make a statement.

8. Sabrina, 32 – Actor and entrepreneur from Edo State. A royal by birth, she holds a Master’s degree from the London School of Economics.

9. Gigi Jasmine, 25 – DJ and former OAP from Lagos. Described as calm but capable of making loud moves.

10. Thelma Lawson, 26 – Skincare entrepreneur from Rivers State and mother of one. She promises to be the life of the party.

11. Imisi, 23 – Fashion designer and actress from Oyo State. Bold, outspoken, and ready to be seen and remembered.

12. Ibifubara – Therapist and creative from Rivers State. Soft-spoken but deep, she’s bringing both clarity and vibes.

13. Isabella – Seductress and mother of a 14-year-old from Rivers State. Says she relates more with men than women.

14. Joanna, 21 – Two-time pageant queen from Benue State. Resilient, confident, and here to shift perceptions.

15. Dede, 23 – Self-described antagonist from Delta State. She loves drama and says she’s here to take it all.

As the women settle into the house, the stage is being set for what promises to be a vibrant and competitive season.

A new format has also been introduced: the Head of House challenge will now take place on Sundays, while the winner will face a follow-up challenge on Monday nights.

In another twist, this season’s ₦150 million prize will not be handed over at the end of the show as a lump sum.

Instead, it will be earned gradually on a weekly basis, rewarding consistency, strategy, and influence throughout the game.

With only the female contestants introduced so far, viewers now await the entry of the male housemates and the first round of competition.

Season 10 has officially begun and it’s already breaking the mold.