EBUKA OBI UCHENDU
Ebuka has been the anchor of the Big Brother Nigeria reality show for two seasons consecutively, the same show that brought him to prominence.
He was one of the twelve contestants of the first ever edition of the reality TV show and became the most liked housemate for several weeks into the show as a result of his easy-going nature. Although it was widely believed that he would emerge winner, he was the seventh housemate to be evicted from the show.
Ebuka is at the moment a compere, TV show host for several shows, brand ambassador for top Nigerian brands from telecommunications to breweries and there’s no stopping him.
YEMI ALADE
Yemi Alade was the winner of the 2009 edition of the
Peak Talent Show. She released her first single
Ghen Ghen Love in 2012, then the afro-R&B love song
Bamboo and
Johnny in 2013.
Johnny became an international hit, topping charts in several countries including the United Kingdom, South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya, Ghana, Liberia, Uganda, and Zimbabwe. Her debut album,
King of Queens, came in October 2014.
She won best female at the MTV Africa Music Awards in 2015 and 2016.
OMAWUMI
Omawumi is a singer, songwriter, actress and was the first runner-up of the west Africa Idols in 2007 that was won by Timi Dakolo. She is best known for her songs “Bottom Belle” and “If You Ask Me”.
Omawumi’s versatility has seen her excel in different music genres ranging from Soul,
R & B, Pop, Afro-pop to Afrobeat. She also features prominently in movies and TV shows like House of Gold, The Return of Jenifa, and
Make a Move. She is the brand ambassador for Malta Guinness, Glo, Konga, and Mortein.
BISOLA
Her rise to fame began when she contested in the 2008 edition of MTN Project Fame. The show opened doors for her in the movie industry.
Although Bisola did not win in Big Brother Nigeria, she was the most popular housemate. Bisola has within a short while after the end of the show become more popular than the eventual winner, with endorsement deals, acting roles and music singles to her credit. She is also the ambassador for One.org and represented the organization at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
KAFFY
Kafayat Oluwatoyin is no doubt the number one name in Nigeria when it comes to dancing. She is a dancer, choreographer, dance instructor and fitness coach.
Kaffy is the Guinness World Record holder for The longest dance party ever. She was also a Maltina Dance All competition judge, Faculty member for the Project Fame West Africa, and Glo’s Dance with Peter reality show.
Other celebrities in this category would include Efe (Big Brother Nigeria 2017), Iyanya (MTN Project Fame 2008), Timi Dakolo (Idols West Africa), KC Limpopo (Star Quest 2002), Raw (Benson and Hedges “Grab The Mic”2002 and Star Quest 2002), Chidimma Ekile (MTN Project Fame 2010), O.C Ukeje (Amstel Malta Box Office), Praiz (Project Fame West Africa), Dare Art-Alade (MTN Project Fame 2004)
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This article was first published on 3rd April 2018 and updated on November 15th, 2018 at 2:12 pm
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Akwaowo Willie is a social media consultant for several businesses including SMEs and Startups. He is also an entrepreneur and writer with interests in entertainment, media, fashion, among others. He is married, with 2 adorable children.
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