At the start of the new season of Big Brother Naija, Showmax, the streaming service from MultiChoice, announced that for the first time, it was making the show available in the UK for subscribers. It also announced that it has created a unique and exclusive show just for this season, ‘The Buzz’. Hosted by award-winning media personality Toke Makinwa, “The Buzz’’ is a carefully curated breakdown of weekly happenings in Biggie’s house. A new episode of the show is released on Tuesday (covers events of the weekend) and Saturday (covers weekday events). It also features a segment that only Showmax subscribers can access – the secret diary sessions.
These secret sessions allow housemates to rant about any and everything, and some of the juiciest details are revealed here. People discuss who they like, who they want to be with, those they can’t stand and more. Through the sessions, we have learnt the desires and feelings of the housemates. For instance, in the 11th episode, Liquorose revealed to Big Brother that she is worried about viewers’ perception of her since she doesn’t know if she is doing the right thing or not in the eyes of the viewers. Jackie B, on the other hand, is yet to get over Michael’s elimination. The housemate who joined later in the game was evicted last Sunday alongside Boma, Tega and Peace.
Spicing up the show, at least two guest stars join Makinwa in each episode. So far, ex-BBNaija finalists Mercy Eke and Dorathy Bachor, comedians Chigul and Senator, influencers EfeWarri Boy and Enioluwa, and superstar rapper Ice Prince have been guests on the show.
Besides streaming the show live, Showmax also allows fans to take in content from the show in bits with their weekly updates of its staple activities. Such activities include the nomination show, daily highlights, and Head of House challenge shows. This allows avid viewers who are too busy to stay connected to the official channel 24/7 to still enjoy the show, albeit in bite-sized pieces.
With the show nearing the finale, more twists are introduced to keep viewers tuned in and housemates on their toes. Last Monday night’s Head of House challenge gave the first runner-up veto power to save and replace himself. While Emmanuel won the HoH title, Pere clinched the second position and replaced himself with Queen as the nomination session took place before the challenge.
At least one of the nominees — WhiteMoney, Liquorose, Saga, Queen, Saskay, Jackie B and JayPaul — will be exiting the show tonight.
