BigBrother Naija Season 10 is set to ignite screens with unprecedented entertainment, with a record-breaking grand prize of N150 million.

The Executive Head, General Entertainment, MultiChoice Group, Busola Tejumola, made the announcement about the upcoming season at a news conference on Wednesday in Lagos.

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the new season is scheduled to premiere over two nights on Saturday, July 26, and Sunday, July 27.

Tejumola said that the new season, which promises 10 weeks of captivating drama, strategic gameplay, and unparalleled entertainment, would culminate in the grand finale on October 5.

Tejumola said, “Today, we are not just announcing another season, we are celebrating a legacy.

“While the official theme for Season 10 will be unveiled on the premiere night, viewers can anticipate a fresh wave of excitement.

“The beloved Ebuka Obi-Uchendu is returning as host, guiding viewers through every twist and turn of the season.

“This 10th season also has the highest prize at stake – valued at a whopping N150 million.”

Tejumola added that BBNaija had become more than just a television show.

“It’a living, breathing cultural force.

“It has given voice to a new generation of talent, creatives, entertainers, and the influencer community.

“It has refined what homegrown entertainment can achieve when it is done at scale with intention and ambition.

“With a two-night opening live show for Big Brother Naija Season 10, the season is poised to build upon the legacy of its predecessors,” Tejumola said.

NAN reports that this year’s edition of the show was preceded by a meticulous audition process designed to unearth the most engaging and dynamic personalities from across Nigeria.

Audition registrations were held from May 3 to May 7 and saw an overwhelming response, followed by rigorous in-person auditions conducted in Lagos, Abuja, and Enugu from May 16 to May 18.

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Nollywood star Chinedu Ikedieze, affectionately known as Aki, showered his wife Stephanie Promise with love and appreciation on her special day.

Taking to Instagram, he shared a tender photo of his wife, gushing about her unwavering dedication and resilience.

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Acclaimed American musician and actor, David Kaff, has been confirmed dead. Kaff, who is recognised for playing keyboardist Viv Savage in the 1984 mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap, died on Monday at the age of 79.

Announcing his death in a Facebook post, his bandmates from ‘Mutual of Alameda’s Wild Kingdom’ disclosed that Kaff died “in his sleep.”

“Our brother David Kaffinetti peacefully passed away in his sleep yesterday. We are devastated by this event. RIP dear brother,” the post stated.

Ekwutosblog reports that after gaining prominence in the 1984 mockumentary, the deceased continued to perform as part of Spinal Tap at events, including a guest appearance on Saturday Night Live, before parting ways to join other bands.