Check Out the 10 Past BBNaija Winners as Season 11 Kicks Off

Big Brother Naija is back for its 11th season, and new housemates are ready to compete for the title of Nigeria's next winner.

Season 11 started on Sunday, July 26, 2026. PUNCH Online had already shared the profiles and jobs of the contestants.

This new season comes nearly 20 years after Katung Aduwak won the first Big Brother Nigeria in 2006.

Since that time, the show has given us many winners who became famous and launched careers in entertainment, business, and more.

From Katung’s groundbreaking win to Imisi Ayanwale’s success in Season 10, each season has created memorable stories and personalities.

As the new contestants settle into the house, let's take a look at all the previous winners from 2006 to the last champion before Season 11 started.

Complete List of BBNaija Winners from 2006 to 2025

1. Katung Aduwak, Season 1 (2006)

Katung Aduwak was the first winner of Big Brother Nigeria. He beat Francisca Owumi in the finale.

2. Efe Ejeba, Season 2, See Gobe (2017)

Michael Efe Ejeba won the return season in 2017, defeating Bisola Aiyeola. His catchphrase, "Based on logistics," became very popular during his time.

3. Miracle Igbokwe, Season 3, Double Wahala (2018)

Pilot and model Miracle Igbokwe won the third season. Cynthia "Cee-C" Nwadiora was the runner-up.

4. Mercy Eke, Season 4, Pepper Dem (2019)

Mercy Eke made history as the first female winner of the modern BBNaija era when she took the title in 2019. Mike Edwards came second.

5. Laycon, Season 5, Lockdown (2020)

Olamilekan "Laycon" Agbeleshe won the Lockdown season. His victory was one of the biggest in the show's history, with 60 percent of the final votes.

6. Whitemoney, Season 6, Shine Ya Eye (2021)

Hazel Oyeye Onou, known as Whitemoney, won the sixth season, beating Liquorose in the finale.

7. Phyna, Season 7, Level Up (2022)

Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, popularly called Phyna, won the Level Up season, with Bryann as the runner-up.

8. Ilebaye, Season 8, All Stars (2023)

Ilebaye Odiniya emerged as the winner of the All Stars edition, outpacing former winner Mercy Eke in the final.

9. Kellyrae, Season 9, No Loose Guard (2024)

Kingsley "Kellyrae" Sule won the No Loose Guard season, with Wanni Danbaki finishing second.

10. Imisi, Season 10, 10/10 (2025)

Opeyemi "Imisi" Ayanwale became the 10th BBNaija winner after taking the title in the 10/10 season. Precious "Dede" Ashiogwu was the runner-up.