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Ebuka Obi-Uchendu named as host for Big Brother Naija

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Ebuka Obi-Uchendu named as host for Big Brother Naija

Lawyer and media personality, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu has been announced as the host for Big Brother Naija- Nigeria’s own version of the Big Brother reality TV show which is set to hit screens again 10-years after it first made a debut on air.

Ebuka, a former Big Brother Nigeria housemate which made a debut back in 2006 will make a re-appearance on the reality show’s revival, but this time as the host.

Commenting on Ebuka’s announcement as the host of the show, John Ugbe, Managing Director, MultiChoice Nigeria said; “We are particularly excited to have Ebuka as host of Big Brother Naija. This was the platform that unearthed his potentials and propelled him to stardom”.

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Continuing, Ugbe added that; “He has over the years grown to become a prominent face on the Nigerian pop culture and entertainment scene while also lending his voice to youth empowerment initiatives. We believe his cool and debonair personality combined with his healthy dose of wit will spice up the show. Our viewers are in for a great entertainment experience!”

In the first edition of the show, twelve housemates vied for the coveted $100,000 prize money by performing various mental and physical tasks.

At the end of a three-month stay in the house, Katung Aduwak emerged winner of the reality TV show.

By Ahmed Boulor…

 

 

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