Big Brother Naija 2021 is a TV show many people, home and abroad are anxiously waiting to see come alive. Many are also eager to be part of the partakers on the reality show, hence, the registration process has seen a huge turn out in the number of applicants. If you fall in this category but a bit confused on partaking in the process, here is your complete Big Brother Naija 2021 application guide.
How do you register? What is the price and process of acquiring the application form? Eligibility requirements? Auditioning and the date the programme would eventually kick off? And how exactly would you lay your hands on every other information required to be part of this year’s Big Brother Naija (Season 6) Edition?
Since the Big Brother Naija 2020 show came to an end, a lot of viewers and fans have been very curious about being featured in the 2021 season. But here is everything you need to be part of the Big Brother Naija 2021 edition.
Frequently Asked Questions About Big Brother 2021 (Season 6)
- Here are a lot of common questions several fans ask everyday about the coming BBNaija show with appropriate answers given below.
- How do I apply for Big Brother Naija 2021?
- How do I register for Big Brother Naija 2021?
- What are the requirements for Big Brother Naija 2021 Registration?
- When is the Big Brother Naija audition date?
- When is the Big Brother audition starting?
- How To apply for BBNaija 2021?
- When is the Big Brother Naija 2021 starting date?
- How much is the Big Brother Naija 2021 application form?
Brief History of Big Brother Naija TV Programme
If you’ll be auditioning for Big Brother Naija show this 2021 it is necessary that you equip yourself with the history of the show (especially in Nigeria). What has made Big Brother the big thing we are digging right now in Naija? Here are a few things you must know about the TV program.
Big Brother Naija – also BBN or BBNaija – was formerly popularized as Big Brother Nigeria. It is a reality TV show that is based on the franchise of the Big Brother television, where participants are isolated together in a predetermined residence and compete for rewards which often come as huge cash prizes, cars, and other exotic and fascinating gifts when the show ends.
Participants also have to gain the favor of viewers to avoid being evicted among other criteria.
Ex-BBNaija stars who won or not have had opportunities open to them beyond their wildest dreams. So when people do not win the first runner-up awards, it doesn’t mean there are no other unlimited opportunities opened up to them after exiting the show.
Notable stars such as Tv personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, and Gideon Okeke who stars in Africa Magic’s Tinsel were products of this TV show.
Big Brother Naija Season 1 (2016)
The show premiered in 2016 and was showcased live on Dstv channel 37 between 5th March and 4th June, 2016. On the 23rd day, the show experienced a twist that brought in two additional contestants to spice it up and tune up the excitement of other housemates.
The show kicked off on 5th March, 2016 and Ended on the 4th of June, 2016 – a 92-day period. It was hosted by Olisa Adibua and Michelle Dede. The location was in Nigeria and the winner was Katung Aduwak.
Big Brother Naija Season 2 (2017)
The second show was tagged “See Gobbe”, and it came up in 2017. This show became the second version of the most anticipated show on Nigerian TV screens. It began on the 22nd January 2017 and spanned for 3 good months! Ebuka Obi Uchendu was the show host.
The show ran between 22nd January, 2017 to 9th April, 2017 in South Africa. It lasted for a total of 78 days. And had Micheal Efe Ejeba emerge as the winner.
Big Brother Naija Season 3 (2018)
The famous “Double Wahala” season that created a lot of fuse around the internet was held in 2018. The season which was BBNaija third was produced by Red Pepper TV – a South African TV company – and it was launched on the 28th January 2018 and showcased on 22nd April, 2018. The show host was Ebuka Obi Uchendu who was also an ex-housemate of Big Brother Naija.
The season 3 of Big Brother Naija spanned from 28th January, 2018 to 22nd April, 2018, making a total of 85 days. The show was situated in South Africa with Miracle Ikechukwu Igbokwe emerging winner.
Big Brother Naija Season 4 (2019)
BBNaija season 4 came up in 2019 and it was tagged “Pepper Dem”.
The show was held live within the country and was held on Gotv channel 29 and Dstv channel 198. Ebuka Obi Uchendu was retained as the host of the TV program for that year.
Mercy Eke won the show for the year. She became the first female winner of Big Brother Nigeria reality Tv show. It kicked off on the 30th June, 2019 and ended on the 6th October, 2019 – a 90-day duration.
Big Brother Naija Season 5 (2020)
This season came during the heat of the lockdown, hence was tagged “Lockdown”. It premiered on the 19th July, 2020 on GOtv channel 29 Africa Magic Dstv channel 198. Ebuka Obi Uchendu was retained as the show host.
Big Brother Naija season 5 spanned between 19th June, 2020 and 27th September, 2020. The duration was 71 days. It was held in Nigeria, and Olamilekan Agbeleshe better known as Laycon emerged winner of the Big Brother Naija season 5 edition with a whopping N85 million naira cash reward!
Big Brother Naija Winners
The previous winners of Big Brother Naija are enlisted below. And you can join the list if only you put in what it takes to emerge a winner.
Season Winner Award
Big Brother Nigeria 1 Katung Aduwak $100,000
Big Brother Naija 2 Efe Ejeba N25,000,000
Big Brother Naija 3 Miracle Igbokwe N45,000,000
Big Brother Naija 4 Mercy Eke N60,000,000
Big Brother Naija 5 Olamilekan Agbelese N85,000,000
Big Brother Naija 2021 Application Form & Requirements
To emerge as an applicant for Big Brother Naija 2021, there are required criteria you need to help you apply and qualify for BBNaija season 6.
1. You must be a citizen of the Nigerian state in good standing.
2. You should be at least 21 years of age by June 2021.
3. As a Nigerian citizen, you must have a valid means of Identification.
4. You should be stable emotionally and mentally to withstand the 90-day show and also be able to interact reasonably with other participants and individuals.
5. You should have an education level of at least S.S.C.E, NECO, or GCE.
Big Brother Naija 2021 Audition Date And Process
The organizers of the enviable show have revealed the commencement of auditions of the season 6. The auditioning of the season 6 Big Brother Naija would be done online without any fee.
You’ll only have to upload an introductory 2-minute video revealing why you wish to be on the show and why you should be selected among the participants.
How Do I Apply For Big Brother Naija 2021 (Early Access)
To apply for the auditioning of the Big show this year, here are steps to put into consideration.
• Be part of the early candidates for the Big show auditioning.
• Make payment for DStv premium, Confam, Compact Plus, Yanga, Compact, GOtv Max or Jolli between the 24th of March to 31st.
• Send an email to the organizers through AfricaMagicEvents@ng.multichoice.com with your GOtv IUC or smartcard number for your unique website link to complete registration.
• You should be at least 21 years old by June 2021.
• Ensure to include your 2-minute video stating why you’ll want to be a housemate and why you should be selected.
• You should possess valid means of identification.
• Bear in mind that the early access application for the season 6 of Big Brother Naija comes up between 24th and 31st March, 2021.
When Will Big Brother Naija Season 6 Start?
The online audition for the previous year kicked off on Saturday the 20th May to 30th May, 2020. You should ensure to adhere strictly with all the requirements as earlier stated to become a housemate.
The Big Brother Naija Season 6 (Early Access) Application has closed, and it closed on the 31st of March, 2021. The audition date will be aired soon, so, it is best to keep following up for updates on the show.
