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  • BREAKING: Kellyrae wins BBNaija season nine N100m grand prize

    BREAKING: Kellyrae wins BBNaija season nine N100m grand prize

    Big Brother Naija “No Loose Guard” season, Kellyrae, has emerged winner of the highly anticipated grand prize of N100m prize.

    The 34-year-old professional singer hails from Sapele, Delta state.

    Kellyrae edged out Wanni in the finale, capping off an intense and entertaining season that captivated audiences nationwide.

    Throughout the season, Kellyrae’s charisma, intelligence, and strategic gameplay earned him a spot as a fan favorite.

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    Big Brother Naija’s ninth season premiered on July 28, 2024, and featured 28 housemates competing for the top prize.

    The show’s finale drew millions of viewers, with many taking to social media to congratulate Kellyrae.

    As the newest BBNaija champion, Kellyrae joins an elite group of winners, including past seasons’ champions while Wanni becomes a first runner-up.

  • How BBNaija platform came to my rescue – Kellyrae

    How BBNaija platform came to my rescue – Kellyrae

    Reality star Kellyrae has opened up about how Big Brother Naija Season 9 revitalised his dwindling dreams.

    In a speech, Kellyrae reminisced about his first day on the show and how he was shy and unable to place his footing upon getting into stardom.

    Kellyrae expressed gratitude for the platform, crediting BBNaija with reviving his aspirations.

    He said in part: “This is me, Kellyrae. Just when I was on the verge of giving up on my dreams, Big Brother came to the rescue. Oh, thank Goodness. Boom it was the day of our entry. The day I would stand with Ebuka on that glorious stage, having the world watch me for the first time. I had plans to make the best of it. I chose an entrance song and rehearsed dance steps ….”

  • How my family felt after Kellyrae was chosen over me – Kassia

    How my family felt after Kellyrae was chosen over me – Kassia

    Evicted Big Brother Naija housemate Kassia Sule has revealed that her family was disappointed with her management’s decision to prioritise her husband, Kellyrae, over her.

    Kassia and Kellyrae, known as DoubleKay, shared the same management team when they entered the house.

    However, after Biggie unpaired the housemates, their management supported Kellyrae’s progress, ultimately leading to Kassia’s eviction.

    In a post-eviction interview with Naija FM, Lagos, Kassia said, “I feel it’s the best decision, even though my family is not happy about it, but I’m cool with it.”

    Read Also: Kassia apologises to Toby Forge for leading him on in BBNaija House

    Kellyrae had expressed his desire to win the N100 million grand prize, stating his reasons in a viral video.

    Consequently, fans focused on voting for him, leading to Kassia’s eviction.

    Kassia and Kellyrae, married for eight months after dating for ten years, are still in the spotlight as Kellyrae advances to the final.

  • BBNaija: Kellyrae’s fans flood Warri streets with support

    BBNaija: Kellyrae’s fans flood Warri streets with support

    In a dazzling display of loyalty, supporters of BBNaija contestant, Kellyrae, gathered en masse in Warri to rally behind their favourite housemate.

    A viral TikTok video captured the excitement, showcasing Kellyrae’s fans parading through the streets with banners, custom-coloured apparel bearing Kellyrae’s face, and banners with voting information to secure his win

    Read Also: BBNaija: Kellyrae advises Topher to set boundaries with Dami

    This enthusiastic outpouring comes as the BBNaija Season 9 finale draws near, where Kellyrae stands to win the N100 million grand prize.

  • BBNaija Season Nine: Wanni, Kellyrae, six others emerge top eight finalists

    BBNaija Season Nine: Wanni, Kellyrae, six others emerge top eight finalists

    After Sunday’s eviction, Wanni, Kellyrae, Nelly, Anita, Sooj, Victoria, Ozee and Onyeka have secured spots as finalists in this year’s BBNaija.

    The season began with 28 contestants and 20 evictions over nine weeks. 

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    The remaining eight housemates are vying for the N100 million grand prize package, comprising a cash reward, a brand-new SUV, and additional sponsored prizes. 

    The competition enters its final week, culminating in the grand finale on Sunday, October 6, 2024.

  • BBNaija: Kellyrae, Sooj secure spots in grand finale

    BBNaija: Kellyrae, Sooj secure spots in grand finale

    Big Brother Naija, “No Loose Guard” housemates Kellyrae and Sooj have luckily secured spots in the show’s finale.

    The Nation reported that Kellyrae earned his spot as the Head of House on September 23, granting him immunity from eviction this week.

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    Sooj, on the other hand, made a surprising escape from nomination after housemates failed to put him up for eviction, securing his automatic qualification for the finale.

  • BBNaija: Kellyrae wins penultimate Head of House for season nine

    BBNaija: Kellyrae wins penultimate Head of House for season nine

    Kellyrae has emerged Head of House (HoH) in the ongoing “No Loose Guard” season of Big Brother Naija.

    The housemate clinched the top spot with a fast time of 5 minutes and 36 seconds, outpacing his fellow contestants in the weekly challenge.

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    This victory guarantees Kellyrae a spot in the house for the final week, a crucial advantage in the competition.

    As the penultimate HoH, Kellyrae has earned immunity from nominations, solidifying his position among the finalists.

    The HoH Challenge, designed to test physical and mental endurance, pushed housemates to their limits.

  • BBNaija Season 9: Handi plans to kiss Kellyrae at today’s pool party

    BBNaija Season 9: Handi plans to kiss Kellyrae at today’s pool party

    Big Brother season 9 housemate Handi has unveiled a provocative plan to stir up drama in the house.

    In her diary session, she confessed her intention to get cosy with fellow contestant, Kellyrae, who is married to housemate Kassia.

    Handi, who is oblivious to their marital status, promises to kiss Kellyrae on the lips to gauge Kassia’s reaction.

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    Big Brother expressed surprise at Handi’s plan, especially given that Kellyrae was recently nominated by Handi for potential eviction.

    Handi – This week I’m planning on moving to Kelly Rae, grind on him, and a bit of a kiss to get a reaction from Kassia.

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    Handi – Sooj and Topher seem grounded in their relationship

  • I prefer to win ‘No Loose Guard’ season over Kassia – Kellyrae

    I prefer to win ‘No Loose Guard’ season over Kassia – Kellyrae

    Following the dissolution of pairs in the Big Brother Naija house, Kellyrae has expressed preference to win the N100 million grand prize over his wife, Kassia.

    The couple, formerly known as DoubleKay, had hoped to win together, but now Kellyrae wants to emerge victorious alone.

    In a conversation with fellow housemates, Kellyrae humourously stated that if he wins, the money will be shared between them, but if Kassia wins, she will claim the prize as hers alone.

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    He said: “Me and Kassia, I prefer make I win, because her money na her money, my money be our own,” he said.

    “If she wins, the story will change. She will tell me I was evicted and that the money is hers. She will give me only N1 million. She knows I’m saying the truth.”

    Kassia rebuffed: “It’s a lie”.

  • Why I’m not surprised about Kellyrae, Kassia’s marriage – DJ Flo

    Why I’m not surprised about Kellyrae, Kassia’s marriage – DJ Flo

    Former Big Brother Naija housemate DJ Flo has shared thoughts on the recent revelation about Kellyrae and Kassia’s marriage. 

    Despite the couple’s efforts to keep it under wraps, DJ Flo admitted that she and some fellow housemates, Chinwe and Rhuthee had suspicions from the first week.

    However, after Chinwe’s confirmation that they were married, DJ Flo and others continued to observe their behavior, noticing telling signs like Kellyrae’s affectionate dancing with Kassia during parties.

    She said: “I’m not shocked to find out that Kellyrae and Kassia are married. Because from the first week, we already saw it.

    “Me and Rhuthee suspected that they were in a relationship. Chinwe came and told us that they are not just in a relationship that they are married. 

    “When she said it they were just laughing about it but we kept seeing the signs. We kept watching them closely even the way Kellyrae dances with Kassia during the party shows that they are not just friends.”