BBNaija S10 Evictee Victory Defends Imisi: ‘That’s Who She Is—Not Strategy’ Amid Gigi’s ‘Fake’ Accusations
Lagos, Nigeria – August 30, 2025 – In a revealing post-eviction interview, Big Brother Naija Season 10 (BBNaija S10) alum Victory Okokon has come to the defense of remaining housemate Imisi, insisting her quirky and entertaining behavior is genuine rather than a calculated game plan. The comments, made during a joint appearance with fellow evictee Gigi Jasmine on Naija 102 FM on August 28, 2025, have ignited fresh debates on social media about authenticity versus strategy in the high-stakes reality show.
“If you are in BBNaija house with Imisi, you will know that’s who she is and it’s not strategy,” Victory stated in the viral clip, which has amassed thousands of views on X (formerly Twitter). The 28-year-old writer and former Head of House, evicted on August 24 alongside Gigi with just 2.15% of viewer votes, reflected on his time in the house, praising Imisi’s “real” personality. “Now that I’m out of the house, I like Imisi… She’s funny, entertaining, and just herself,” he added, emphasizing that her unfiltered antics— from her distinctive outfits and phonetic English to her bold interactions—aren’t performative. Victory’s endorsement aligns with his own self-described “bold realist” approach, where he admitted to the show teaching him to listen more and apologize often, but he now sees Imisi’s consistency as a strength.
However, the interview took a contrasting turn when Gigi Jasmine, a 26-year-old DJ evicted with 1.51% votes, labeled Imisi as “fake” and accused her of strategic manipulation. “Imisi, child, don’t play with me. I know that you’re a fake… It’s not every single time that Biggie calls Imisi, you’re like, yay! No, I know what you’re doing. I clocked it,” Gigi said, claiming Imisi mimics accents and acts clownish to garner attention and votes. Despite the criticism, Gigi acknowledged Imisi’s effective gameplay, calling her the housemate with “the best strategy yet” and sending love to her fans. This duality has fueled online discourse, with fans divided: some hail Imisi’s authenticity, while others echo Gigi’s skepticism, viewing her as a “premium Netflix series” blending comedy, drama, and smarts.
Imisi, real name Opeyemi Ayanwale, a 23-year-old fashion designer from Lagos, entered the house on July 27, 2025, as part of the women’s launch and quickly became a polarizing figure. Known for her “street” inclusivity, hidden talents like sewing and plaiting hair, and hobbies including singing and gaming, she has confessed to crushes on multiple male housemates (Kaybobo, Rooboy, Jason Jae, and even Victory). Her strategy, as fans interpret it, revolves around standing out in a 30-housemate season through humor and positivity, without relying on ships or villain edits. Supporters on X argue, “Imisi’s strategy is to stand out… She planned her strategy with viewers in mind, not your faves,” while critics question if her “clownish” vibe is pity play or genuine eccentricity.
The exchange highlights broader tensions in BBNaija S10, now in Week 5 with 20 housemates left vying for the ₦150 million prize. Recent drama includes kitchen clashes involving Imisi with Kaybobo and Faith, nullified nominations, and evictions like Victory and Gigi’s double exit. Victory, reflecting on his journey, said he made mistakes but learned from them, maintaining his bond with Gigi despite in-house differences. “Victory is my guy… Whatever happened inside was just the game,” Gigi affirmed.
Social media erupted post-interview, with #ImisiAyanwale and #BBNaijaS10 trending. Fans praised Victory’s maturity: “Whether Imisi is acting or not, she’s consistent… That on its own is game play,” one X user noted. Others defended her: “In the history of BBN, nobody has come with Imisi’s kind of strategy… Pure comedy.” As the season intensifies with tasks like the recent Gordons win by Team Moringa Citrus (including Imisi), Victory’s words could sway votes, positioning Imisi as a frontrunner for her “clean game.”
BBNaija S10 streams live on DStv Channel 198, GOtv Channel 49, and Showmax, keeping viewers hooked on the blend of realness, rivalry, and revelation.