BBNaija Season 10 Drama: Big Soso Sparks Outrage by Calling Dede an ‘Ashawo’ Over ‘Fishes’ Comment
The Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 10 house, themed “10/10,” erupted in controversy on Saturday night as housemate Sonia Amako, known as Big Soso, clashed with Precious Ashiogwu, aka Dede, in a heated argument that has divided fans. The altercation, captured in viral clips shared across X, saw Soso label Dede an “ashawo” (a derogatory term implying promiscuity) after Dede referred to Soso’s male friends in the house as “fishes,” prompting accusations of bullying and unfair targeting.
The dispute unfolded when Soso took offense to Dede’s “fishes” comment, which she perceived as disrespectful to her close allies, including male housemates she refers to as her “boys.” According to posts on X, Soso confronted Dede, saying, “I don’t like that Dede calls my friends fishes, and she doesn’t act like she has a man outside, so she’s an ashawo.” Soso further criticized Dede’s interactions with male housemates, particularly her hour-long conversation with Jason Jae while Sultana waited, alleging that Dede’s behavior suggested “snakey” tendencies and disloyalty to her boyfriend outside the house.
Dede, a 23-year-old Delta-born entrepreneur known for her fierce and unapologetic demeanor, fired back, refusing to bow to Soso’s accusations. “I don’t give a f*ck about Soso’s opinion about me, and she should keep it to herself,” Dede reportedly said, standing her ground in the face of the insults. The confrontation, described as intense by fans, has fueled debates about whether Soso’s remarks crossed into bullying. @DoIknoYourFada posted, “Soso calling Dede an ashawo???? Cus she called her boys fish? Is this fair? Can’t Dede play her game in peace? Is this not bullying? #bbnaija,” reflecting widespread sentiment that Soso’s name-calling was unwarranted.
Fans on X have rallied behind Dede, with @thic_didi noting, “Dede was on her own o. Big Soso went to drag her to tell her things that have NOTHING to do with her. She has called Dede ASHAWO and DIRTY and see how people are hailing her on the TL cause Dede needs to be humbled???” Others, like @Hooniieytt, praised housemate Mide for defending Dede against the “slot-shaming and body-shaming” from Soso and others, highlighting the lack of support from male housemates who laughed during the exchange. @TeddyPlump added, “Soso said the 3 fishes are her boys and she took the fish thing personal. It’s a bad habit she needs to quench,” urging Soso to reflect on her reaction.
The clash adds to Big Soso’s history of kitchen-related conflicts, as she previously quarreled with Imisi over food preparation, accusing her of wasteful cooking. Soso, a 28-year-old Kaduna-born lawyer and chef, has positioned herself as a respected figure in the house, often called “Mama Soso” by male housemates for her nurturing demeanor. However, her confrontational approach, as seen in past disputes with Faith over age-shaming and Ivatar over Joanna, has drawn criticism for being overly controlling. Dede, meanwhile, has been a polarizing figure, with her bold personality and alliances, including a close friendship with Koyin that sparked tension with Kola, keeping her in the spotlight.
The incident has reignited discussions about respect and boundaries in the BBNaija house, with fans questioning whether Soso’s remarks constitute bullying or a fair critique of Dede’s behavior. @theNETng’s post, capturing the moment Soso called Dede an “ashawo,” has amplified the controversy, with hashtags like #BBNaija and #BBNaijaS10 trending as viewers debate the fairness of the exchange. Some argue Dede’s “fishes” comment was playful, while others believe Soso’s reaction reflects deeper tensions in the house’s competitive dynamics.
As Week 4 unfolds with all housemates except Head of House Zita, Most Influential Player Jason Jae, and immunity holders Faith and Mensan up for eviction, the fallout from this clash could influence alliances and viewer votes. With a ₦150 million grand prize at stake, the drama shows no signs of slowing down.