In a surprising revelation, Nollywood veteran Yomi Fabiyi has proudly claimed Big Brother Naija Season 10 winner Imisi as his former student, sparking excitement and some controversy in Nigeria’s entertainment sphere.
Fresh off her spectacular win on Sunday, October 5, where Imisi clinched the coveted N159 million grand prize package ahead of fellow finalists Dede and Koyin, her former mentor couldn’t contain his joy. The reality TV star beat out tough competition from a starting pool of 29 contestants, eventually triumphing over eight other finalists in a nail-biting finale.
Taking to Instagram, Fabiyi shared heartwarming throwback footage from his birthday and housewarming celebration, where Imisi was present as one of his students from Rocklaf Studio Film Academy. “She is always happy for others,” he gushed, explaining how her genuine joy at his celebration made him even more eager to support her BBNaija journey.
The veteran actor’s enthusiasm spilled over into multiple celebratory posts, with one emotional message reading, “The WINNER, THE CHAMPION is my girl @imisiofficial #ijoba606.” He expressed overwhelming gratitude to everyone who supported her journey to victory.
However, the entertainment industry’s reaction has been mixed. While some celebrities like actress Ronke and singer Yhemo Lee have jumped on the celebration bandwagon – with Lee even promising to host Imisi at a club – others have raised eyebrows at the sudden claims of mentorship. “Everyone claiming Imisi their student. Oluwa saanu wa o,” commented one social media user, reflecting the skepticism.
Adding drama to the victory, Delta State Governor’s aide Ossai Ovie Success has threatened legal action against BBNaija organizers, claiming the vote was rigged in Imisi’s favor over Dede, who secured 15.94% of the votes compared to Koyin’s 15.23%.
The final vote tally saw Sultana and Kola rounding out the top five with 7.94% and 5.48% respectively, cementing Imisi’s position as the deserving winner of the show’s tenth season, complete with an SUV and various sponsored prizes.
As the dust settles on this season’s finale, one thing’s clear – Imisi’s victory has not only changed her life but has also sparked interesting conversations about mentorship and authenticity in Nigeria’s entertainment industry.
