Big Brother Naija Season 10 is off to a dramatic start as Ivatar, one of the newly unveiled housemates, sparked widespread reactions after revealing she’s 44 years old—making her the oldest contestant in the show’s history.
During her on-stage introduction on Saturday night, Ivatar told host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu that she’s a proud single mother who had auditioned for the show seven times before finally making it in.
“I’m 44 years old,” she declared confidently, drawing both cheers and gasps from the live audience.
Her age revelation has divided viewers on social media. While some have hailed her resilience and praised her for challenging stereotypes around age and ambition, others have questioned whether Big Brother’s youthful, high-energy environment suits someone in her age bracket.
Supporters argue that Ivatar’s presence brings depth, diversity, and inspiration to the show, while critics label her participation “too late.”
Meanwhile, fans are eagerly awaiting the unveiling of the male housemates, set to take place during the second part of the premiere on Sunday night.
With its “10/10” theme, BBNaija Season 10 promises to be one for the books—and Ivatar is already one of the season’s most talked-about personalities.
