BBNaija 10: Why I lied about my age during premiere – Kanyisola

Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate, Koyin, has shocked viewers and fellow contestants after revealing that he lied about his age during the premiere of the reality TV show.

During a heart-to-heart conversation with fellow housemate Gigi Jasmine on Friday, Koyin admitted that he is actually 25 years old, not 21 as he had previously claimed. The initial age declaration had positioned him as one of the youngest contestants in the house, alongside Joanna, drawing considerable attention from fans and housemates alike.

“I’m 25 years old and not 21. I had to reduce my age because of my modelling career,” Koyin confessed, explaining that age manipulation is a common practice in the modelling industry where youth is often considered a valuable asset. “Sometimes, being younger opens more doors in modelling. It was a strategic decision, not something I’m proud of.”

Gigi, while surprised by the revelation, commended Koyin’s vulnerability and honesty. “You have some high level of emotional intelligence which I appreciate a lot,” she said, encouraging the young model to embrace authenticity going forward.

Koyin’s revelation comes as part of a growing trend in the BBNaija house this season, where housemates appear to be shedding their facades and opening up about personal truths. Earlier in the week, another housemate, Ivatar, also admitted to giving a false age during the show’s premiere.

Ivatar, who had claimed she was 40 years old on live TV, clarified in a later conversation that she was only joking and is actually 37. According to her, the comment was made in jest and not intended to be taken seriously.

The confessions have sparked conversations among viewers online, with many debating the pressures placed on public figures—especially models and entertainers—to alter personal details in order to fit societal or industry expectations.

Reactions on social media have been mixed. While some fans expressed disappointment in Koyin’s dishonesty, others sympathized with his decision, citing the often harsh realities of career industries like modelling and entertainment.

BBNaija Season 10 continues to deliver drama, revelations, and personal journeys as housemates settle into life under the public microscope. Whether these candid moments will help or hurt their standing in the house remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the season is keeping fans glued to their screens.