The Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) 10/10 house is reeling from yet another bombshell, as recently evicted housemate Thelma Lawson dropped a jaw-dropping revelation during her post-eviction interview. The 30-year-old fitness coach and fan-favorite, who was sent packing alongside Bright Morgan in Saturday’s dramatic double eviction, expressed deep regret over her choice of deputy Head of House, Kayikunmi, stating, “I regret picking Kayikunmi as my deputy.” The candid admission, aired on Monday’s after-show, has set social media ablaze, with #ThelmaRegrets trending and fans dissecting the fallout of their once-promising alliance.
Thelma’s regret stems from her stint as Head of House in Week 6, when she selected Kayikunmi, the 26-year-old tech entrepreneur known for his strategic gameplay and charm, as her deputy. At the time, the duo’s partnership was celebrated by fans, with #ThelKuni trending for their seamless coordination during house tasks and their shared strategy sessions. However, cracks emerged when Kayikunmi’s decisions—particularly his push to nominate Joanna and Rooboy for eviction—clashed with Thelma’s preference to target stronger players like Sultana. Clips from the live feed show a tense exchange where Thelma accused Kayikunmi of “playing his own game” behind her back, a sentiment she echoed in her exit interview. “I thought we were aligned, but Kayikunmi was too focused on his own agenda,” Thelma said, her voice heavy with disappointment. “Picking him as deputy was a mistake—it cost me trust in the house.”
The comment has stirred chaos among viewers, with X and Instagram lighting up with reactions. Thelma’s supporters are backing her honesty, with @ThelmaNation tweeting, “She trusted Kayikunmi, and he played her! Thelma deserved better. #BBNaija.” Meanwhile, Kayikunmi’s fans are clapping back, accusing Thelma of throwing him under the bus to deflect from her own eviction. “Thelma’s just salty she’s out. Kayikunmi carried that HOH week! #TeamKuni,” posted @KuniVibes. A viral clip of Kayikunmi shrugging off the drama during a recent diary session, saying, “I did my job, no regrets,” has only fueled the fire, racking up over 1.2 million views on BBNaija’s official Instagram.
Inside the house, the fallout is palpable. Kayikunmi, still a strong contender with a growing alliance alongside Koyin and Dede, was seen discussing Thelma’s exit with Rooboy, hinting that her “indecisiveness” as HOH weakened their strategy. The ongoing love triangle drama involving Kola, Dede, and Koyin—coupled with Joanna’s recent feuds with Faith and Sultana—has already stretched house dynamics thin, and Thelma’s parting shot could tip Kayikunmi into the crosshairs of new rivalries. Fans are speculating that Joanna, already vocal about her distrust of “fake allies,” might seize on Thelma’s words to target Kayikunmi in upcoming nominations.
The timing of Thelma’s regret couldn’t be more explosive, as the house braces for Thursday’s eviction and a high-stakes immunity challenge. With alliances shifting and betrayals piling up, her words have cast a spotlight on Kayikunmi’s gameplay—hero to some, schemer to others. Social media is buzzing with memes, including one viral edit of Thelma’s HOH crown morphing into a “regret” sticker, captioned, “When your deputy fumbles the bag.” Critics argue Thelma’s airing her grievances post-eviction is a desperate grab for relevance, while supporters see it as a warning to the house: trust Kayikunmi at your own risk.
BBNaija producers are leaning into the drama, teasing a “truth or dare” task tonight that could force housemates to confront lingering tensions. Will Kayikunmi address Thelma’s shade, or will he double down on his game plan? And could this spark a redemption arc for Thelma’s legacy outside the house? As the 10/10 season races toward its climax, one thing’s certain: in Big Brother’s game of trust and tactics, even the crown comes with regrets.