Big Brother has announced a major twist in the ongoing season of Big Brother Naija, revealing that the Nu100 million grand prize is no longer guaranteed and will now depend on the collective performance of the housemates throughout the competition.
The announcement was made on Monday shortly after the week’s safety process, during which housemates voted to save fellow contestants from possible eviction.
Following the exercise, Head of House Sheba exercised her special privilege by replacing Cassi with Chisom Chuka on the list of safe housemates.
Addressing the contestants, Big Brother explained that although the season begins with a N100 million cash prize, the amount the eventual winner takes home will be determined by the house’s performance in weekly tasks and challenges.
“This season, the grand prize is not fixed. Although the house begins with the full N100 million cash prize, whether or not the eventual winner leaves with that full amount depends entirely on you, ” he said.
He explained that the housemates must successfully complete assigned tasks to protect the prize fund.
“Whenever the house succeeds, the prize money remains protected. However, should the house fail to meet Big Brother’s expectations, each week, N5 million will be deducted from the cash prize.”
Big Brother said every deduction would be announced and reflected in the value of the grand prize.
“Your choices, your teamwork, and your commitment to the game will have a direct impact on what the eventual winner takes home on the final day, he said.
The reality show also introduced a new weekly award known as the “Most Influential Player,” which will be determined by votes from fellow housemates based on their impact, contribution and entertainment value in the house.
“Every week, you will vote for the housemate who you think has brought the most energy, effort and entertainment to the house.”
According to Big Brother, the Most Influential Player will be announced every Sunday, while every naira deducted from the grand prize will be transferred into a separate prize pot for the weekly winners.
“Every naira lost from the cash prize will be transferred into a separate Most Influential Player prize pot, ensuring that the money remains within the game.”
Earlier, Barry, Tram, Goddessa and Cassi were initially voted safe by the housemates.
However, Head of House Sheba exercised her veto power by replacing Cassi with Chisom Chuka.
As a result, Sheba, Barry, Tram, Goddessa and Chisom Chuka are safe from this week’s eviction, while the remaining housemates face possible eviction.
