By Peace Udugba
A Queen is Crowned as Imisi Wins Big Brother Naija Season 10.
It was an all-female top two as Dede emerged first runner-up.
After 10 weeks of drama, entertainment, emotions, and fun, Imisi has been crowned the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10 in a glittering two-hour finale.
Born Opeyemi Anyway, the 23-year-old from Oyo State beat 28 housemates to win the biggest prize in the show’s history — a staggering ₦150 million (₦80 million in cash).
Dede emerged as the first runner-up, marking the second time the show has had an all-female top two. The rest of the top five included *Koyin, Sultana, and Kola.
Earlier in the evening, Kaybobo, Isabella, Mensan, and Jason Jae were evicted, rounding off the top nine (after Faith’s disqualification earlier in the week).
Before announcing the winner, host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu brought the final two on stage for their last interviews. “Both of you have a lot of followers, fans and supporters, but unfortunately, only one person’s name is in here,” he said, holding up the winner’s envelope.
An emotional Imisi said: “I’m so excited. I never saw myself in the top two. Words can’t express what I feel. I’m overwhelmed.”
Asked what she would do with the prize money, she said: *“Take my family out on a date, then get some good sleep and reflect. My emotions are not yet processed.”
When Ebuka announced her as the winner, Imisi dropped to her knees in tears — a fitting climax to a spectacular 10th season.
The finale kicked off with a spirited performance by Adekunle Gold with Coco Money, followed by Iyanya performing One Side and Adekunle returning to sing Many Peopl
Ebuka wasn’t alone in hosting duties; joining the live finale from the fan park was Big Brother Africa Season 5 winner turned TV presenter, Uti Nwachukwu, He engaged fans and interviewed Tope Oshunkeye, Executive Head of Marketing, West Africa at MultiChoice.
Oshunkeye said: On behalf of my colleagues and the production team, thank you to all the viewers and customers for their unwavering support throughout the season. For us, the real win is how the format continues to evolve. We’re seeing massive engagement and community across TV, streaming, and social media. It’s been a 10/10 impact, and we love it.
Earlier in the evening, Biggie addressed the top nine housemates while they were still in the house, delivering heartfelt words of praise and encouragement as they prepared to begin life outside the show.
He said: “Take a good look around you — this is no longer just a house, but the stage where legends are made. You do not sit here as mere housemates; you sit as finalists, the very heartbeat of a season the world will never forget. A truly 10/10 season.
He continued: “Housemates, 10 is a symbolic and significant number… It represents the new beginning that awaits you in the outside world — the beginning of your lives as celebrities, the beginning of your greatness, and the best years of your lives.
Ebuka echoed this sentiment during the finale: “If anyone tells you their fave carried the show, it’s a lie. All 29 of these housemates gave us a show.
Indeed, Big Brother Naija Season 10 delivered on all fronts — entertainment, drama, and unforgettable moments. It was truly 10/10 — no minus.
