Big Brother Naija Season 10 winner Imisi has opened up about the challenges of her newfound celebrity status.
Speaking at a recent event, the Oyo State native expressed discomfort with the constant need to maintain a polished appearance, particularly wearing makeup, which she described as a significant adjustment from her low-maintenance lifestyle.
Imisi revealed that she dislikes anything on her face or body hair and prefers a simple, packed-up look but feels compelled to conform to public expectations.
She emphasised that while she believes she looks good naturally, the pressure to always have her hair, makeup, and nails done is part of portraying the right image as a public figure.
This shift, she noted, is one aspect of her life she must actively work to embrace.
She said: “I would say having to wear makeup every time I go out, like to maybe an occasion like this, it’s not my thing generally, like I hate stuff on my face, I even hate Hair on my body, like I prefer to pack up, like I have to pack up, so I think like this is something I really have to adjust to and work on, like having to do makeup, look good every time. I look good generally, with or without this, but I feel like, yeah, like because of what you’re trying to portray and how people should see you, you have to always have your hair done, your makeup done, your nails. I would say makeup, like that’s what I have got to change about me”.
In a show of gratitude, Imisi thanked her “Imistars” fanbase, fellow celebrities who rallied behind her during the show, Celestia Worldwide, Nigerians, and Africans at large for their unwavering support.
She added: “I would talk about the Imistars, you guys are wonderful, then all the celebrities, I don’t want to talk about one person because I see a lot of celebrities actually come out for me and rooted for me, thanks to all of you, the Celestia worldwide, thank you, Nigerians, Africans in general, thank you so much, God bless you”.
She also extended special appreciation to singer Adekunle Gold, whom she affectionately called her “big daddy” and hailed as the “baddest musician in town” for his unique voice and charisma.
Imisi described listening to his music as magical.
She wrote: “Oh, to my big daddy, Adekunle Gold, the one and baddest, baddest musician in town, Adekunle, you know, the voice, the charisma, Adekunle is one of a kind, thank you so much, you are wonderful, your voice is very magical when I listen to your voice, oh, thank you, Adekunle Gold”.
Imisi’s victory in the “10/10” edition, which featured a record 29 housemates over 10 weeks, won her a N150 million grand prize, including N80 million in cash and a brand-new Innoson SUV.
As the fourth female winner in the show’s history, her authentic and resilient persona captivated audiences, turning her into a symbol of youthful empowerment and cultural pride.
