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Having first premiered on the 6th of March 2006, the show has gone to have 6 seasons with this year\u2019s edition being the 6th. However, it would take 11 years before the second season of the show would be organized in 2017.<\/p>\n
Since Inception, BBNaija has produced 5 winners who went home with cash & gift prizes, as well as endorsement. Some of them have gone on to become prominent people in their field of industry. As the Sixth edition of the show gradually coasts to an end, let\u2019s have a throwback and take a look at past winners of Big Brother Naija, and what they currently do.<\/p>\n
Season 1<\/h2>\nWinner: Katung Aduwak<\/h3>\nPrize: $100,000<\/h4>\nYear (Duration): 2006 (92 Days)<\/h4>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.withinnigeria.com\/entertainment\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/09\/Katung6.jpg\")
Katung Aduwak<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe first edition of the show saw scriptwriter Katung<\/a> Aduwak from Kaduna emerge as the winner of the show. With a total of 51.3%, he defeated Francisca Owumi, Ifeoma “Ify” Ejikeme, and Sandra “Sandy” Osigbovo to cart home with the prize money of $100,000.<\/p>\nAfter the reality TV show, Aduwak proceeded to New York to further his education at the Digital Film Academy, graduating with a directorial degree and went into filmmaking. He is now into filmmaking, producing movies such as \u201cUnwanted Guest\u201d and \u201cHeaven\u2019s Hell.\u201d He has also starred in EbonyLife TV\u2019s \u201cDesperate Housewives.\u201d He is currently the CEO of One O Eight Media and African Partner for Campfire Media.<\/p>\n![\"Katung](\"https:\/\/www.withinnigeria.com\/entertainment\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/09\/ola_peter\/2021\/09\/24\/past-winners-of-big-brother-naija-and-their-achievement-so-far.jpg\")
Katung Aduwak<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nAduwak is married to Raven Taylor-Aduwak and they have a son. The Runner-up was Francisca Owumi and the event hosted by Michelle Dede and Olisa Adibua.<\/p>\n
Season 2 (See Gobe)<\/h2>\nWinner: Michael “Efe” Ejeba<\/h3>\nPrize: N25 Million Grand Prize<\/h4>\nYear (Duration): 2017 (78 Days)<\/h4>\n
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Popularly known as Efe, the Delta State-born winner caught the eye of the audience with his all-around musical talents and his sanguine nature. Efe also endeared himself to Nigerians for identifying with the famous city of Warri despite living in Jos and tales of his humble beginnings. A graduate of the University of Jos, Plateau, Efe shocked the whole country when he defeated his rivals, garnering a total of 57.6%, a wide margin from Bisola\u2019s 18.54% and T-Boss\u2019s 13.60% of votes respectively. Debbie-Rise and Marvins who also both made it to the finals, could only both manage to get 8.78% and 1.47% of the total votes.<\/p>\n
After the show, he was appointed as an Ambassador of entertainment and creative industry role in plateau and Youth Ambassador by the Nigeria Ministry of Youth and sport. In 2018 he became African Ambassador for Indian Varsity.<\/p>\n
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Efe has since pushed his music career and has released 5 Albums and 7 EPs, with \u2018Recuerdos\u2019 being his latest EP.<\/p>\n
Season 3 (Double Wahala)<\/h2>\nWinner: Miracle Ikechukwu Igbokwe<\/h3>\nPrize: N45 Million Grand Prize<\/h4>\nYear (Duration): 2018 (85 Days)<\/h4>\n
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Big Brother Naija Season 3 was produced by South Africa’s Red Pepper Pictures and was launched on 28 January 2018. Pilot Miracle Ikechukwu Igbokwe was the winner of this season. The well-loved introvert got 38.18% of the votes ahead of drama queen Cynthia “Cee-C” Nwadiora(28.04%) and Oluwatobi “Tobi” Bakre (22.53%). Alex and Nina came 4th and 5th respectively.<\/p>\n
Apart from the N25 Million cash, Miracle also won a Sub-Urban Vehicle worth N12 million and a trip for two valued N4.7 million, Television and other electronic items worth N3.3 million.<\/p>\n
The BBNaija season 3 winner went back to school for 12 months to study to become a professional and commercial pilot. He now works as a pilot.<\/p>\n
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Season 4 (Pepper Dem)<\/h2>\nWinner: Mercy Eke<\/h3>\nPrize: N60 Million Grand Prize<\/h4>\nYear (Duration): 2019 (99 Days)<\/h4>\n
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This was one of the hottest editions of Big Brother Naija which saw video vixen, Mercy Eke, emerge as the winner. Mercy Eke\u2019s stay in the house is well remembered for her infamous dispute with fellow housemates and Instagram Influencer Natacha \u2018Tacha\u2019 Akide \u2013 the former getting disqualified from the house.<\/p>\n
Prize: $100,000<\/h4>\nYear (Duration): 2006 (92 Days)<\/h4>\nKatung Aduwak<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe first edition of the show saw scriptwriter Katung<\/a> Aduwak from Kaduna emerge as the winner of the show. With a total of 51.3%, he defeated Francisca Owumi, Ifeoma “Ify” Ejikeme, and Sandra “Sandy” Osigbovo to cart home with the prize money of $100,000.<\/p>\nAfter the reality TV show, Aduwak proceeded to New York to further his education at the Digital Film Academy, graduating with a directorial degree and went into filmmaking. He is now into filmmaking, producing movies such as \u201cUnwanted Guest\u201d and \u201cHeaven\u2019s Hell.\u201d He has also starred in EbonyLife TV\u2019s \u201cDesperate Housewives.\u201d He is currently the CEO of One O Eight Media and African Partner for Campfire Media.<\/p>\nKatung Aduwak<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nAduwak is married to Raven Taylor-Aduwak and they have a son. The Runner-up was Francisca Owumi and the event hosted by Michelle Dede and Olisa Adibua.<\/p>\n
Season 2 (See Gobe)<\/h2>\nWinner: Michael “Efe” Ejeba<\/h3>\nPrize: N25 Million Grand Prize<\/h4>\nYear (Duration): 2017 (78 Days)<\/h4>\n
Popularly known as Efe, the Delta State-born winner caught the eye of the audience with his all-around musical talents and his sanguine nature. Efe also endeared himself to Nigerians for identifying with the famous city of Warri despite living in Jos and tales of his humble beginnings. A graduate of the University of Jos, Plateau, Efe shocked the whole country when he defeated his rivals, garnering a total of 57.6%, a wide margin from Bisola\u2019s 18.54% and T-Boss\u2019s 13.60% of votes respectively. Debbie-Rise and Marvins who also both made it to the finals, could only both manage to get 8.78% and 1.47% of the total votes.<\/p>\n
After the show, he was appointed as an Ambassador of entertainment and creative industry role in plateau and Youth Ambassador by the Nigeria Ministry of Youth and sport. In 2018 he became African Ambassador for Indian Varsity.<\/p>\n
Efe has since pushed his music career and has released 5 Albums and 7 EPs, with \u2018Recuerdos\u2019 being his latest EP.<\/p>\n
Season 3 (Double Wahala)<\/h2>\nWinner: Miracle Ikechukwu Igbokwe<\/h3>\nPrize: N45 Million Grand Prize<\/h4>\nYear (Duration): 2018 (85 Days)<\/h4>\n
Big Brother Naija Season 3 was produced by South Africa’s Red Pepper Pictures and was launched on 28 January 2018. Pilot Miracle Ikechukwu Igbokwe was the winner of this season. The well-loved introvert got 38.18% of the votes ahead of drama queen Cynthia “Cee-C” Nwadiora(28.04%) and Oluwatobi “Tobi” Bakre (22.53%). Alex and Nina came 4th and 5th respectively.<\/p>\n
Apart from the N25 Million cash, Miracle also won a Sub-Urban Vehicle worth N12 million and a trip for two valued N4.7 million, Television and other electronic items worth N3.3 million.<\/p>\n
The BBNaija season 3 winner went back to school for 12 months to study to become a professional and commercial pilot. He now works as a pilot.<\/p>\n
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Season 4 (Pepper Dem)<\/h2>\nWinner: Mercy Eke<\/h3>\nPrize: N60 Million Grand Prize<\/h4>\nYear (Duration): 2019 (99 Days)<\/h4>\n
This was one of the hottest editions of Big Brother Naija which saw video vixen, Mercy Eke, emerge as the winner. Mercy Eke\u2019s stay in the house is well remembered for her infamous dispute with fellow housemates and Instagram Influencer Natacha \u2018Tacha\u2019 Akide \u2013 the former getting disqualified from the house.<\/p>\n
The first edition of the show saw scriptwriter Katung<\/a> Aduwak from Kaduna emerge as the winner of the show. With a total of 51.3%, he defeated Francisca Owumi, Ifeoma “Ify” Ejikeme, and Sandra “Sandy” Osigbovo to cart home with the prize money of $100,000.<\/p>\n After the reality TV show, Aduwak proceeded to New York to further his education at the Digital Film Academy, graduating with a directorial degree and went into filmmaking. He is now into filmmaking, producing movies such as \u201cUnwanted Guest\u201d and \u201cHeaven\u2019s Hell.\u201d He has also starred in EbonyLife TV\u2019s \u201cDesperate Housewives.\u201d He is currently the CEO of One O Eight Media and African Partner for Campfire Media.<\/p>\n Aduwak is married to Raven Taylor-Aduwak and they have a son. The Runner-up was Francisca Owumi and the event hosted by Michelle Dede and Olisa Adibua.<\/p>\n After the show, he was appointed as an Ambassador of entertainment and creative industry role in plateau and Youth Ambassador by the Nigeria Ministry of Youth and sport. In 2018 he became African Ambassador for Indian Varsity.<\/p>\n Apart from the N25 Million cash, Miracle also won a Sub-Urban Vehicle worth N12 million and a trip for two valued N4.7 million, Television and other electronic items worth N3.3 million.<\/p>\n The BBNaija season 3 winner went back to school for 12 months to study to become a professional and commercial pilot. He now works as a pilot.<\/p>\nSeason 2 (See Gobe)<\/h2>\n
Winner: Michael “Efe” Ejeba<\/h3>\n
Prize: N25 Million Grand Prize<\/h4>\n
Year (Duration): 2017 (78 Days)<\/h4>\n
Popularly known as Efe, the Delta State-born winner caught the eye of the audience with his all-around musical talents and his sanguine nature. Efe also endeared himself to Nigerians for identifying with the famous city of Warri despite living in Jos and tales of his humble beginnings. A graduate of the University of Jos, Plateau, Efe shocked the whole country when he defeated his rivals, garnering a total of 57.6%, a wide margin from Bisola\u2019s 18.54% and T-Boss\u2019s 13.60% of votes respectively. Debbie-Rise and Marvins who also both made it to the finals, could only both manage to get 8.78% and 1.47% of the total votes.<\/p>\nEfe has since pushed his music career and has released 5 Albums and 7 EPs, with \u2018Recuerdos\u2019 being his latest EP.<\/p>\nSeason 3 (Double Wahala)<\/h2>\n
Winner: Miracle Ikechukwu Igbokwe<\/h3>\n
Prize: N45 Million Grand Prize<\/h4>\n
Year (Duration): 2018 (85 Days)<\/h4>\n
Big Brother Naija Season 3 was produced by South Africa’s Red Pepper Pictures and was launched on 28 January 2018. Pilot Miracle Ikechukwu Igbokwe was the winner of this season. The well-loved introvert got 38.18% of the votes ahead of drama queen Cynthia “Cee-C” Nwadiora(28.04%) and Oluwatobi “Tobi” Bakre (22.53%). Alex and Nina came 4th and 5th respectively.<\/p>\n<\/p>\nSeason 4 (Pepper Dem)<\/h2>\n
Winner: Mercy Eke<\/h3>\n
Prize: N60 Million Grand Prize<\/h4>\n
Year (Duration): 2019 (99 Days)<\/h4>\n
This was one of the hottest editions of Big Brother Naija which saw video vixen, Mercy Eke, emerge as the winner. Mercy Eke\u2019s stay in the house is well remembered for her infamous dispute with fellow housemates and Instagram Influencer Natacha \u2018Tacha\u2019 Akide \u2013 the former getting disqualified from the house.<\/p>\n
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Since then, the Imo State-born entrepreneur has expanded her business portfolio with a hand in fashion and entertainment. Eke has signed endorsement deals and become a brand ambassador for numerous brands, including Ciroc and Mr.Taxi. In 2020, she made her acting debut in the high-grossing Nollywood film Fate of Alakada.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/www.withinnigeria.com\/entertainment\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/09\/ola_peter\/2021\/09\/24\/auto-draft-5.jpeg\")
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