Lagos, Nigeria – October 22, 2025 – A Nigerian woman’s bold display of faith and ambition during Nathaniel Bassey’s ongoing Hallelujah Challenge has divided social media, with her “dress like your miracle” outfit channeling the glamour of a Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) 2026 winner sparking both cheers and sharp critiques. The TikTok video, shared by user @mi_racle162, has racked up thousands of views, blending spiritual fervor with entertainment aspirations in a way that’s left netizens buzzing.
In the clip, the unidentified lady—adorned with a makeshift gold sash reading “BBNaija Winner 2026,” a sparkling tiara, and a bottle of champagne raised in triumphant toast—dances joyfully while praising God at midnight. “From my mouth to God’s ears. Big Brother Naija winner 2026. Whether the devil likes it or not, God has signed it—that drink is for the confirmation of my celebration tonight!” she declares, her energy infectious as she embodies the victory she’s manifesting. The segment, part of Day 15 of the 2025 Hallelujah Challenge that recently hit a record 1.2 million concurrent viewers, encourages participants to visually represent their prayers, from healing to breakthroughs.
Her creative spin on the theme comes hot on the heels of BBNaija Season 10’s finale earlier this month, where Imisioluwa Ayanwale emerged victorious, pocketing ₦100 million and igniting nationwide frenzy. For many, the lady’s stunt is a playful nod to that hype, aligning faith with fame in Nigeria’s pop culture landscape. Supporters flooded comments with encouragement: “Be like we many wey get the same prayer point for 2026 oh😂😩 We meet in the house 2026 for S11 dear stranger 🤝 (Amen🙌),” one user wrote, while another pledged, “I’ll be back here in 2026 to congratulate you again 🥰 and I’ll be in my answered prayer era too 🙏💃.” Stories of past “miracles” abound, like a woman who wed a year after praying in bridal attire or twins born after a fake baby bump display, fueling the positivity.
Yet, not everyone sees it as divine inspiration. Critics slammed the choice as mismatched for a sacred event, with one X user quipping, “For immoral show? Even without attending the programme, anyone could have achieved the same result with similar effort. There’s nothing wrong with thanking God, but ascribing it to ‘dress like your miracle’ of Hallelujah Challenge is a fluke.” Another vented, “I find it amusing that a lady with no source of income whatsoever is hopping on the hallelujah challenge… dressing like a bride. Like not a boss?? Not a worker?? Not a business owner?? MISPLACED PRIORITIES. But again, na them sabi.” The backlash echoes broader tensions, as some view BBNaija—often tagged with drama and “immorality”—as clashing with the Challenge’s worship roots, especially post-Season 10 when fans pivoted from reality TV to midnight prayers.
The video’s virality underscores the Hallelujah Challenge’s cultural grip, transforming personal pleas into public spectacles. As Bassey urges “hearts aligned in worship,” this episode highlights how Nigerians are redefining miracles—from spiritual healings to spotlight dreams—in an economy where a BBN win promises life-altering cash. Whether prophetic or provocative, the lady’s leap of faith has one message clear: in Nigeria, even prayers come with a plot twist.
Watch the full video on TikTok @mi_racle162 or join the Hallelujah Challenge live on Nathaniel Bassey’s platforms.