BBNaija 2026 Premiere: Organisers Unveil Season 11 Housemates [Full List]

Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) has officially unveiled the first set of housemates for its Season 11 edition.

The 2026 reality show premiered on Sunday evening, with host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu introducing the contestants who will compete for the record-breaking ₦160 million grand prize.

Below is the full list of the housemates introduced during the launch show:

1. Tram – A 24-year-old Lagos-based streamer who said he has no interest in romance or distractions while in the house.
2. Martins – A 30-year-old visual storyteller and model from Kogi State.
3. Abi – A chef and model from Osun State.
4. Chimsom Chuka – A 27-year-old pharmacist from Anambra State.
5. Keivo – A 27-year-old web developer from Benue State who said he is open to finding love in the house.
6. Mercedes – A 26-year-old massage therapist from Delta State.
7. Kamsy – A 24-year-old event planner.
8. Sultex – A 24-year-old dancer and choreographer from Lagos.
9. Aikou – A 25-year-old from Abuja who describes himself as calm, confident and a book lover who enjoys his own company.
10. Flora – A makeup entrepreneur.
11. Bells
12. Gerald
13. Oyin
14. Sheba
15. Araga
16. Ricky
17. Nomy
18. Barry
19. Neche

The remaining contestants are expected to be unveiled as the Season 11 premiere continues.