Big Brother Naija season 4, also known as Big Brother Naija: Pepper Dem’s fourth season was the fourth edition of the popular reality series, BBN. It was released on June 30, 2019, on the Africa Magic channels and DStv channel 198. Red Pepper Pictures, a multi-award-winning South African production firm, produced it. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, a former housemate from season one, continued as its host. The show lasted for 99 days.
Big Brother Naija Season 4 Housemates
The Big Brother Naija season 4 hosted 21 incredible housemates amongst whom were Mercy Eke, Mike Edwards, Tacha, Diane, Esther, Frodd, and Venita, These housemates from different backgrounds stayed in the big brother Naija house for 13 weeks. The housemates, as usual, were filmed 24/7 and they had to have their microphones on at all times so viewers can hear all conversations. At the end of 13 weeks, one of them was announced the winner.
Who won Season 4 of Big Brother Naija?
On the 99th day of the show, Mercy Eke was declared the winner of Big Brother Naija season 4. She went away with a 25 million naira brand-new IVM SUV and a 30 million naira cash award. From the number of votes, Mike Edwards was a close second. He received N2 million in payment for the arena games.
BBN Season 4 Winner: Mercy Eke
Mercy Eke is a businesswoman, actress, and media personality from Imo state in Nigeria. She became the first woman to win Big Brother Naija after taking home the title in October 2019.
Mercy was given the African Magic Viewers’ Choice Award for Best Dressed Female on March 14, 2020.
Mercy has appeared as a vixen in a few music videos by well-known Nigerian singers, including Take it by Rudeboy, Baby Mama by Davido, and Ichaba, to name a few. She also appears in the music video for the Airboy song.
In the 2020 Nollywood film Fate of Alakada, Mercy Eke makes her acting debut. Along with Nigerian comedians and content creators like Broda Shaggi, Mr. Macaroni, and many more, she has also taken part in a few comedic sketches. She also has a reality TV program, first titled Mercy and Ike, which was renamed Mercy: What Next? after she and Ike broke up. Lambo Homes’ CEO is also Mercy.
Numerous businesses, including Ciroc, Mr. Taxi, Royal Hair International, Maria Tea, and Unique Motors, have endorsement agreements with her. She has also launched her clothing line, MnM Luxury.
Mercy Eke’s Net Worth
With the money she has earned from her endorsement deals, influencer work, and independent venture, Mercy Eke can purchase expensive homes and exotic cars.
Following BBNaija 2019, Mercy Eke has managed to increase her net worth to 97 million naira thanks to several significant endorsements.
Mercy Eke’s Love Life
Mercy Eke developed a romantic relationship with Ike Onyema, a housemate who was also her boyfriend during her time in the Big Brother house. They carried on after the show. However, they broke up later on.
According to rumors, Mercy Eke and Joseph Ezeokafor, also known as Jowizaza, a rich oil entrepreneur, are involved in a secretive romance. They recently returned from a trip to Marrakech in Morocco shortly after her opulent birthday in September. The pair supposedly started dating not long ago.
In a recent interview with The Sun, Mercy confirmed that she is still single and not in any relationship, however, she is not searching.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the winner of BBN season 4?
According to The News Agency of Nigeria, Mercy Eke became the first woman to win BBNaija on Sunday, making history. She received 41.77 percent of the votes, while Mike Edwards, who came in first place, received 19.94 percent, with Frodd, Omashola, and Seyi following closely after. Wild celebration followed Mercy’s victory, and some fans couldn’t contain their delight on social media. Celebrities Laura Ikeji and Dencia also shared their happiness.
When did Big Brother Naija 2022 will start?
The seventh season of the reality television program Big Brother in Nigeria, also referred to as Season 7, was themed Big Brother Naija: Level Up. On July 23 and 24, 2022, it made its premiere on DStv channels 198/199 and GOtv channel 8/29. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, the host, made his sixth consecutive appearance.
How much is BBN audition?
The BBN online audition is free and open to interested males and females who are citizens of Nigeria and possess a current passport issued by the country. Participants must also be 21 years old by June 1, 2022.
Do they smoke in BBN?
Big Brother Naija, a prominent reality television program that was broadcast on the GOTV and DSTV platforms, aroused public anger in 2021 when its contestants openly smoked on live television. “This portrayal of smoking as glamorous violated the NTC Act, 2015’s restrictions on smoking on television and other screens.”
Who is the owner of Big Brother Naija?
BBNaija is presently owned by the Banijay Group of enterprises, which produces entertainment in more than 20 countries. However, they are not the initial owners as reports say that the ownership of the television program has changed hands several times since it began.
Is Mercy Married To Eke?
Mercy Eke, a reality TV personality in Nigeria, has denied rumors that she is married. In a recent interview with The Sun, Mercy confirmed that she is still single and not in any relationship, however, she is not searching.
Is Mercy Eke a graduate?
Eke hails from Nigeria’s Imo State. In Owerri, she attended Egbu Girls Secondary School, and in 2014, she earned her degree from Imo State University.
Is Mercy and Eke Still Together?
Ike Onyema, who was dating Mercy Eke, aka Mercy Lamborghini, the winner of the fourth season of BBNaija, has spoken out about their breakup. The duo finally confirmed that they are no longer together.
Conclusion
Mercy Eka, the winner of Big Brother Naija season 4 and the first woman to ever win on the show appears to be doing well for herself. To find out more about her, follow her on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
