Fluctuating accents, sympathy cards, money makers | Meet the 20 #BBNaija housemates

It’s that time of the year again where we get to witness a gathering of total strangers who abandon their lives for three months to participate in Nigeria’s most watched reality TV show, Big Brother Naija.

The third season of the show kicked off tonight with a live show that saw returning host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu introduce the contestants to the audience as they made their way into the house.

Themed Double Wahala, this season is packed peculiar group of housemates that are bound to set our television screens on fire. Meet all 20 of them:

Tobi

MEET Tobi: This 23-year old is from Ogun state. He is a banker and photographer who enjoys networking with people and playing football. His favourite food is plantain and eggs, whilst his favourite artiste is Davido. During his stay in the House, he will mostly miss his family and turning up. He will never be caught with a tongue piercing.

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Lolu

MEET Lolu: He is 29 and an investment manager. He has always wanted to be a Housemate because he wants to show the world his personality. His ability to adapt and make the most out of a situation is what makes him unique. His favourite outfit is slightly ripped jeans, good shoes and a proper shirt.

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Cee-C

MEET Cee-C: She considers herself to be eye candy and also mentally attractive and does not like judgemental people. She will miss her pillow and duvet whilst in the House. She is 25 and aspires to going to film school and becoming a producer.

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Anto

MEET Anto: This 28 year old is an Etsako indigene from Edo state. She grew up in the US but has always dreamt of coming back to work in Nigeria. Her favourite musician is Wande Coal. She intends to use the Big Brother platform to launch her public speaking career.

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Leo

MEET Leo: A native of Lagos, Leo is a 25-year old entrepreneur. He believe he will be a fan favourite because he is good looking and intelligent. His favourite colour is black and he enjoys eating jollof rice and fried turkey a lot. Unless he becomes dangerously ill, he has no plans to quit the show.

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Angel

MEET Angel: His favourite colour is red and his favourite food is beans. He is 31 years old and likens himself to a lion because he is strong. His hidden talent is his ability to learn fast and he enjoys music by Evanescence.

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Khloe

MEET Khloe: Khloe is a 24-year old fashion designer and is single. She loves horror movies and would be a cat, if she were an animal. She wants people to see the real her whilst she is in the House because she is sometimes misunderstood. She detests people who lie.

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Ifu Ennada

MEET Ifu Ennada: Actor, writer and TV host, Ifu Ennada is 26 and an indigene of Abia state. Her favourite book is “The Inverted Pyramid” and if she were an animal, she would be a parrot. She will miss her phone most whilst in the house. She believe that being a people’s person will make her a favourite in the House.

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Bitto

MEET Bitto: He's a 26-year old on-air presenter who is currently in a loving relationship. His lowest moment was when he lost his mum. He would love to win so he can change his family’s perception of the entertainment industry.

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Rico Swavey

MEET Rico Swavey: He describes himself as a protector who likes to stand up for the oppressed. Hs is a 25-year old actor who enjoys swimming and singing. He became a Housemate because he wants to create awareness about autism in support of his little cousin. He is a gentleman, charmer and a ladies man.

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Bam Bam

MEET Bambam: She's 28 and The Secret is her favourite book. She will miss her brother and best friend whilst in the House. She is bringing drama, entertainment and charm to the House. If she were a world leader, she would change peoples’ perceptions about themselves.

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Ahneeka

MEET Ahneeka: She is a 25-year old media entrepreneur who enjoys goofing around. She considers her sister to be her best friend. She loves eating pasta and her favourite colour is black. She doesn’t like dull moments so she will be livening up the House.

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Miracle

MEET Miracle: Miracle is a trained pilot who enjoys dancing and camping. He is 24 years old and single. He plans to charm the ladies whilst in the House and believes fans will find him unique too. If he wins the prize money, he’ll get more aeronautic training and help his family.

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Dee-One

MEET Dee-One: He's 27 and is the first of 3 siblings and a stand-up comedian. He loves Wizkid and says nothing will make him quit the game. If he wins the cash prize, he will start a comedy agency to help upcoming acts. He has no favourite colour, neither does he have any hidden talents.

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Alex

MEET Alex: She is 21, she enjoys dancing and talking. She likes polar bears and has promised not to hold back on anything whilst in the House. She believes everything about herself is unique and does not like fake or dirty people.

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Princess

MEET Princess: She is a Public Relations manager with a construction firm who enjoys cooking and designing clothes. The 25-year old would love to use the Big Brother platform to explore her acting talent and if she wins, will spend the prize money on her lingerie and beauty business.

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K. Brule

MEET K. Brule: He is an upcoming song writer and artiste, his hobbies are playing football and watching movies. His mum is super excited about him being a Housemate and he intends to bring his dirty sense of humour to the House. His favourite colour is metallic red. He is 23 years old.

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Teddy A.

MEET Teddy A: Recording artiste and graduate of the University of Texas, @iamteddya is also known as Badman Teddy. The 29-year old considers his high points to be when his son was born and getting his recording contract. His mum is his best friend whilst his favourite food is pounded yam and egusi soup!

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Vandora

MEET Vandora: She is the first of 3 siblings and in a relationship. @vandora_vandora will miss her boyfriend most whilst in the House and also bring heated conversations and charisma into the House. She is on a journey of discovery and loves wearing short outfits. #BBNaija

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Nina

Welcome NINA: The last daughter amongst 5 siblings, @nina_ivy_ loves singing and chatting. The 21-year old English and Literary Studies graduate enjoys eating spaghetti and enjoys music by Wizkid. She describes herself as unpretentious and can neither stand proud people or liars. #BBNaija

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