Big Brother Naija Season 11 Premieres with 24 Housemates and ₦160m Prize
Big Brother Naija Season 11 premiered on Sunday night, July 26, 2026, with 24 housemates—12 women and 12 men—entering Biggie’s House under the theme “Show ya sef.” The housemotes, drawn from states across Nigeria, include entrepreneurs, artists, professionals and students, each bringing distinct personalities and strategies. The grand prize is ₦160 million, with headline sponsor betPawa, gold sponsor Guinness and associate sponsor Minimie backing the show.
The premiere matters to viewers because it offers weeks of entertainment, discussion and voting opportunities that shape national conversations and give a platform to diverse Nigerian talents. It also signals continued confidence from major brands in the BBNaija platform as a leading entertainment property in Africa.
If you want to follow the action, tune in to DStv channel 198, GOtv channel 49 or stream via the DStv Stream app—no dish or decoder required. Voting will open after the first eviction show, and fans can follow updates on Premium Times’ platforms and social media for eviction nights, tasks and highlights.