Big Brother Naija Season 10 winner Opeyemi Ayanwale, known as Imisi, has addressed speculation about her strategy on the reality show. In a recent interview with Arise TV, the 23‑year‑old clarified that she did not use a “pity strategy” to gain public sympathy or secure votes.
Imisi explained that her preparation time for the show was limited; she received her acceptance email only a few days before the program began. She packed her belongings quickly, without much planning, and sent the costumes she had on hand to her sister for assistance. According to her, the wardrobe choices she made on the show reflected her real‑life style and were not part of any calculated approach.
Her victory in Big Brother Naija Season 10, tagged 10/10, was announced on Sunday, 5 October 2025, with a grand prize of N150 million. While some observers speculated that she employed a pity strategy to gain an advantage, Imisi maintains that her actions were genuine and not intended to manipulate public opinion. Her response aims to set the record straight and provide context to her experience in a high‑pressure reality program with limited preparation time.
Imisi’s perspective sheds light on the complexities of the show and the tactics contestants use to succeed. The Big Brother Naija franchise has gained significant popularity in Nigeria and internationally, each season attracting a large following and sparking conversation about the contestants and their approaches. Imisi’s win has contributed to the show’s ongoing success, and her comments offer a unique view of the realities of participating in a reality TV program. With her victory, she has become a notable figure in Nigerian entertainment, and her remarks have further fueled discussion about the show and its contestants.
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