Big Brother Naija Season 11 premieres July 26 with 160m prize

The eleventh season of Big Brother Naija will premiere on Sunday, July 26, 2026, with the largest grand prize in the show's history awaiting the winner. Organizers from MultiChoice Nigeria announced the details, confirming the winner will receive a prize package worth 160 million naira, comprising 100 million naira in cash and a new SUV.

The launch event will air at 7 p.m. on Africa Magic Showcase and Africa Magic Family channels. A 24-hour live feed will be available on DStv channel 198 and GOtv channel 49, with streaming options on DStv Stream and GOtv Stream. Media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu will return as the host for the season.

During a media briefing on Wednesday, July 15, Atinuke Babatunde, executive head of content and channels for MultiChoice West Africa, stated that the show has consistently redefined African entertainment through authentic storytelling and compelling personalities. She said Season 11 would build on that legacy with fresh twists, an exciting mix of housemates, and higher stakes to keep audiences engaged from the premiere through the finale.

The record-breaking prize surpasses the 150 million naira package won by Opeyemi "Imisi" Ayanwale, who was...