Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Pere Egbi, stirred controversy during a recent appearance on the Celebrity Quickies show as he shared his candid views on past winners of the reality TV show.
Pere, known for his time in the Big Brother Naija house, expressed his reservations about whether winners such as Mercy Eke, Phyna, White Money, Efe, Ilebaye, and Laycon truly deserved their prizes.
Speaking about his overall experience in the Big Brother Naija house, Pere described it as a “rollercoaster” with diverse encounters and valuable lessons. However, he went on to voice his opinion on the readiness of Nigerians for reality TV, suggesting that voters who determine the winners are narrow-minded.
In his own words, Pere stated,
But if I was asked to go back in the [BBNaija] House again, I would not. Simply because I feel Nigerians are not ready for reality TV. A bunch of Nigerians who actually vote for these guys in these shows in Nigeria, especially, Big Brother, are just one-track minded. I’m being honest, if this was a South African or American show, I don’t think the people who won will.”
The statement has sparked discussions and reactions within the Big Brother Naija community, with fans sharing diverse opinions on social media.
In related news, Pere Egbi’s recent meet-up with Ike Onyema, one of Mercy Eke’s exes, has also garnered attention. The video, shared on social media, shows Pere and Ike vibing and chilling together. The reunion has stirred curiousity among fans, considering Ike and Mercy Eke’s past relationship, which gained popularity during their time on the Big Brother reality TV show in 2019. Despite their breakup, the former couple maintained a public relationship, even having a reality TV show to showcase their love.
