Week 5 in the Big Brother Naija (bbnaija) 10/10 house was anything but ordinary. It had everything: shocking twists, emotional confessions, fiery clashes, a failed wager, budding romances, and Ebuka’s classic table-shaking that left the house unsettled heading into Week 6. Let’s dive into everything that mattered.
HOH Showdown: Rooboy Dethrones Jason Jae
The week kicked off with the all-important Head of House games, and this one came with a twist that had housemates sweating. Blindfolded contestants had to dig through boxes containing live rabbits, birds, and all sorts of squirm-inducing surprises. The fear factor was real—some housemates froze, while others pushed through.
Jason Jae, the reigning HOH, fought hard to keep his title, but Rooboy came through with grit and strategy to claim the crown. In a classy move that didn’t go unnoticed, Rooboy picked Zita as his guest in the HOH lounge—a way of returning the favor, since she had once chosen him when the power was in her hands. That simple gesture said a lot about loyalty and the subtle bonds forming in the house.
Tree of Trinkets Twist: No One Goes Home
Biggie wasn’t done shaking things up. Rooboy was summoned to the Tree of Trinkets and asked to pick a card. His choice? A red envelope that instantly nullified all nominations. Just like that, every single housemate had immunity.
The announcement was met with screams, hugs, and pure relief. For some, it was a second chance to reset their strategy. For others, it meant avoiding the heartbreak of going home just when tensions were rising. The result? Week 5 became a rare eviction-free week, setting the stage for drama to build rather than die down.
Wager Task: Facing Their Fears
The weekly wager task was themed “Face Your Fears,” and Biggie made sure it wasn’t just about physical scares but emotional ones too. Housemates had to work in teams to produce a 20-minute stage play exploring phobias—complete with costumes, props, and a storyline that would drive home the message.
During rehearsals, we saw sides of the housemates rarely exposed. Tracy confessed her fear of birds and of being alone, Kuture admitted his fear of heights and water, Imisi revealed she couldn’t sleep in the dark, while Kola hilariously owned up to fearing ducks, cats, and dogs. Bright Morgan insisted he had no fears, which had both housemates and Biggie side-eyeing his confidence.
Unfortunately, when it came to presentation night, the performances fell flat. Biggie ruled that they lacked cohesion, energy, and the emotional punch the task demanded. The verdict? The housemates lost their wager. That meant no luxury treats for the new week and limited supplies—a perfect recipe for conflict as food becomes scarce.
Romance, Friendships, and Friction
Even with immunity hanging over the house, emotions didn’t take a break. If anything, Week 5 saw some of the juiciest relationship dynamics so far.
- Kola & Isabella – The two sparked whispers across the house after a late-night kiss. It was enough to get tongues wagging, with housemates questioning whether it was strategy, genuine attraction, or a bit of both.
- Sultana & Koyin – Their closeness was hard to ignore. A subtle shift in body language and private conversations hinted at more than just friendship. But things got even more complicated when Ebuka later pressed the issue on live TV, leaving Jason Jae visibly uncomfortable—suggesting there’s more beneath the surface.
- Kitchen drama – As always, food stirred tension. Faith, Imisi, and Kaybobo reportedly clashed over meal prep and rations. With the wager lost, expect the kitchen to become even more explosive in Week 6.
Sunday Live Show: Ebuka Pulls the Rug
No eviction doesn’t mean no drama. The Sunday live show gave Ebuka the perfect chance to unsettle the house—and he delivered in trademark fashion.
Rooboy and Faith came under direct fire as Ebuka’s questions poked holes in their strategies and friendships. The most explosive moment, however, came when Mide and Kola were called out in front of everyone. Ebuka’s probing hinted at possible secret alliances or under-the-table moves, leaving housemates second-guessing loyalties and relationships.
The live show ended without anyone leaving, but the atmosphere in the house shifted. Suspicion grew thicker, trust became fragile, and whispers of betrayal filled the air. Week 6 already looks primed for backstabbing and fiery confrontations.
Looking Ahead: What Week 6 Promises
With food shortages looming after the lost wager, shaky romances, and Ebuka’s table-shaking still echoing in housemates’ minds, the dynamics are set to shift again. Those who celebrated immunity in Week 5 will now face the reality of going back into nomination waters. Alliances will be tested, hidden crushes exposed, and strategies sharpened.
If Week 5 proved anything, it’s that in the BBNaija 10/10 house, comfort never lasts long. Expect drama, heartbreak, and unexpected alliances to take centre stage.
Finally, Week 5 may not have had any evictions, but it was far from boring. From Rooboy’s HOH victory and immunity twist to the failed wager and the sparks of romance, it was a week packed with defining moments. Ebuka’s Sunday shake-up sealed it—what happens next could flip the game entirely.
And with only a few weeks left, the housemates now know one truth: in Biggie’s house, fear isn’t just a task—it’s a way of life.
