Entertainment
Meet 20 Contestants For BB Naija 2018

Below are all the twenty housemates for the Big Brother Naija (BB Naija) ‘Double Wahala’ 2018 edition of the Nigeria Reality TV show.
Teddy: A recording artiste and graduate of the University of Texas, USA is also known as bad man Teddy. The 29 year old considers his high points to be when his son was born and getting his recording contract.
Vandora: She is the first of three siblings and in a relationship, she will miss her boyfriend most while in the house and also bring heated conversation and charisma into the house. She is in a journey of discovery and loves wearing short outfits.
Nina: The last daughter amongst five siblings loves singing and chatting. The 21 year old English and Literary Studies graduate enjoys eating spaghetti and music by Wizkid. She described herself as unpretentious and can neither stand proud people nor liars.
K. Brule: An upcoming songwriter and artistE, his hobbies are playing football and watching movies. His mummy is super excited about him being a housemate and he intends to bring his dirty sense of humour to the house. His favourite colour is metallic red, he is 23 years old.
Princess: She is a public relations manager with a construction firm who enjoys cooking and designing clothes. The 25 year old will love to use BBN platform to explore her acting talent and if she wins will spend the money on her lingerie and beauty business
Alex: She is 21, enjoys dancing and talking. She likes polar bears and has promised not to hold back anything while in the house. She believes everything about her is unique and does not like fake or dirty people.
Deeone: He is 27 and the first of three siblings and a standup comedian, he loves Wizkid and says nothing will make him quit the game. If he wins the cash prize he will start comedy agencies to help upcoming acts.
Miracle: Miracle is a pilot who enjoys dancing and camping he is 24 years old and single he plans to charm the ladies while in the house and believes fans will find him unique too. If he wins the prize money he will get more aeronautic training and help his family.
Ahneeka: She is 25 years old media entrepreneur who enjoys goofing around. She considers her sister to be her best friend. She loves eating pasta and her favourite colour is black, she does not like dull moments and she will liven up the house.
Bambam: She is 28 and the secret is her favourite brook. She will miss her brother and best friend whilst in the house she is bringing drama entertainment and charm into the house, if she were a world leader she will change people’s perception about themselves.
Rico Swavey: Even if he had a million dollars, Rico Swavey would be in the House “just to catch the waves.” He said he exploded with joy when he got his first big acting gig, and shared that he was a lion at heart, a protector who likes to stand up for the oppressed when Rico Swavey is not busy charming ladies, he enjoys swimming and singing. Rico’s parents and seven siblings are happy and supportive.
Tobi: A native from Ogun State, Oluwatobi Bake is passionate about photography and football, Tobi’s hobbies range from poetry, dancing, rapping, singing and drawing. Against all odds, Tobi graduated from University of Lagos considering he is an avid clubber who lives on social media. The youngest of four siblings. Tobi’s most painful expreince was seeing his father cry at his grandmother’s funeral. Forever supportive Tobi’s family shares in the BB Naija excitement. He has always wanted to be in the House if only “for fun.”
Khloe: A horror movie buff, Khloe owns having no hidden talent and is only looking to bring drama to the house. At the core of herself, Khloe believes she is often misunderstood and hopes to use her time in the house for her true self to shine. If Khloe were a world leader, she would “stop university education” because she’s real, she doesn’t “sugar coat” and says it “the way it is.”
Lolu: Lolu enjoys eating, reading, travelling, playing video as well as board games. His highest point in life was securing a job at a large investment banking corporation although losing his mother made him reach rock bottom. The University of Ilorin graduate also a secret poet, dancer and singe. He’s also great with accents, Lolu’s dad is unaware of his participation in Big brother but his sister is excited about it.
Cee-C: Cee-C enters the house pretty satisfied to have found her purpose in life. Oozing confidence and authenticity, she said she is ‘eye candy’ and ‘mentally attractive’ too. Her features are enhanced by her love for dresses that hug her body at the right spots. The privately educated Cee-C likes to learn new stuff and is an avid novel reader. She is a mean cook and is an avid tennis player.
Anto: Born and raised in the US, Anto came back to Nigeria for the first time at the age of 20 to work at her dream job in a male dominated indsutry. She has no special talents that she knows of. Growing up on the Atlantic Coast. Anto loves going to the beach, dancing and cooking. She also takes no prisoners for being scandalous so she can wear anything.
Bitto: The youngest of four siblings. Bitto most poainful memory was losing his mum at an early age. He expects his family to be shocked but very supportive of him. He will miss Sylvia his best friend and girl friend the most. If he was an animal, Bitto says he would be a camel for there is no stroke that can break his back. Bitto’s hobbies include travelling, taking pictures, music and movies.
Leo: Leo enjoys playing basketball and is a fervent supporter of Premier League Football Clubs. He is still pained that his father didn’t live to see him graduating from University. With his good looks, intelligence and secretmath skills,Leo believes he can “solve everyone’s problems.” If he was an animal, the fiercely protective Leo would be a lion “to defend” his family, his mother three sisters and brother.
Ifu Ennada: Ifu Ennada works and plays hard: she is a self-made woman who remembers the feeling of making her first millions. She cites her hobbies as drinking Mojitos, partying, karaoke and online shopping. Ifu Ennada admits she’ll miss her phone as she likes to “reply to people on social media.”
Angel Awotarigha: is a filmmaker and music lover from Bayelsa State who often gets mistaken for a famous Nigerian personality.
He enjoys martial arts, swimming, playing the guitar and video games. Working with an American rapper is a highlight of Angel’s career.
One of the ten children, Angel lost his mum a year ago and his family is strongly rallied behind him. Angel describes himself as passionate, and keeping his fiery and emotional nature under wraps may be a challenge in the house.
Entertainment
World Music Day: Alliance Française Port Harcourt Showcases Talents

The Garden City of Rivers State Port Harcourt at the weekend joined other parts of the world to celebrate the World Music Day, 2025, as Alliance Française showcases talents.
The event which is internationally known as Fête de la musique was held at cultural hall of the Alliance Française was a remarkable concert with memorable experience.
The event brought together music lovers, students, Artistes and members of the community For an exciting evening live performances and cultural exchange.
The Tide Entertainment reports that the world Music Day, which was created 1982 in France by the then Minister of culture, Jack Lang, ‘ Fête de la Musique’ is now celebrated in more than 100 countries every 21st June, marking the first day of summer with free concerts and musical showcases in public spaces.
In Port Harcourt, the Alliance Française honoured the tradition by spotlighting four(4) emerging artistes offering a platform to young talents shaping the city’s contemporary scene.
The audience enjoyed an unforgettable moments as they were entertained by the powerful performances from Preach A, who is known for blending fitness culture with spoken words and rhythm.
Also, artiste Emmayany delivering a vibrant fusion of afrobeat and afro pop. A singer, song writer and a performing artiste with a distinct sound.
Others were Amarachy Uko, a sensational singer with passion for soul , R&B, pop music and afrobeat.
While DJ Prospel closed the night with an energetic DJ set that got the entire hall dancing.
Earlier, the Director, Alliance Française, Port Harcourt Mrs Marina Lacal high lighted the mission of the Alliance Française saying that the event was more than a concert.
According to her, the event was put together by the Alliance Française to promote cultural diversity and foster artistic expression by connecting a long standing French tradition with creativity of the local music scene, adding that the event offerers an avenue for dialogue between culture and generations.
She stated that the event is used to promote professional and bring amateur artistes to limelight via the platform of the Alliance Française which is aimed at promoting the French Language through cultural heritage.
She explained that the celebration is also a broader series of Fête de la musique activities organized by the 10 Alliance Française across Nigeria in sync with concerts held in France and around the world simultaneously.
She further noted that the occasion reaffirms the role of Alliance Française as a cultural bridge, one where French heritage meets the pulses of Nigerian youth.
It would be recalled that no fewer than 19 artistes applied to perform at the event in Port Harcourt, but only four got approval for appearance.
Entertainment
PMAN Set To Implement Performance Levy ‘Tomorrow

The Governor of the Performing Musicians Employer’s Association of Nigeria (PMAN), Rivers State chapter, Comrade Moses Mabadeje popularly known as Mozy B said that the body has announced plans to implement performance Levy on artistes in the state with effect from 21st June.
This was carried in a statement released to The Tide Entertainment, yesterday by the Deputy Governor of the association, Comrade Abiye Howells.
According to the Governor, the announcement was made by PMAN, the only governing body that regulates the music profession in Nigeria, as authorized by the Government of Nigeria, in line with the Trade Union Act.
He stated that those affected by the Levy include (Non members)bands, groups, Hotels, Bars, lounges, Event Centres, show organizers, promoters and other stakeholders hosting events which feature live music performances within the State.
However, the Levy does not apply to members of the Performing Musicians Employer’s Association of Nigeria. (PMAN).
Comrade Moses Mabadeje, explained that this drive is aimed at financing the association and supporting the welfare and interest of musicians as outlined in Article 8 of the PMAN constitution as amended (2023). Consequently, a PMAN task force has been set up to enforce and swing into action to effect this move.
He further said that event organizers, promoters and owners of event centers are expected to comply with this regulation as the Governor has urged stakeholders to collaborate with the association to ensure the successful implementation of the levy and the peaceful co-existence between PMAN and Stockholders.
Nancy Briggs
Entertainment
“French Up Your Career” PH, 2025 :Consul General Of France Harps On Proficiency In French

The Consul, General of France in Nigeria, Laurent Favier has encouraged French Learners to improve their skills on the language, as there are lots of opportunities up for grabs on the job market with fluency in French Language, saying that there are many other career paths which are often less well known to learners of French.
Participants at the “French Up Your Career” event held in Port Harcourt.
Favier who disclosed this during the just concluded third edition of the seminar tagged “French Up Your Career” organized by Alliance
Française, Port Harcourt explained that learning French doesn’t mean adding a language to your resume. It rather provides learners with new opportunities. Irrespective of their area of interest, be it diplomatic and International relations, international development, translation and Interpretation or journalism.
According to the Consul General, it was important to create awareness for young Nigerians in Port Harcourt who desire to have better understanding of how been fluent in French can create diverse career opportunities for users of the languages in Nigeria and the world at large, emphasizing that proficiency in French could possibly make learner a bridge between Nigeria and fast-developing regions.
“You previously heard this morning about how you can improve your French skills. This afternoon you will discover how being fluent in French can provide a significant edge on the job market and lead to professional careers that you may not have even considered before,”
“This event comes at the right time, as it launches the celebration of the richness and diversity of French-speaking cultures, which will mobilize us for more than a month throughout Nigeria and alongside other French-speaking countries,” Favier added.
He further highlighted that French is spoken by over 300 million people across the world, saying that, it’s one of the official languages of the United Nations, the European Union, and the African Union.
“There are many neighbouring African countries to Nigeria ,who have French as one of their primary languages of communication including Cameroon, Chad, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. So, what does this mean for you as students here in Nigeria?” He asked
“These sectors in which the French Embassy is often mobilized are the business and marketing field for example, as French is often the preferred language in many multinational companies, particularly those in the energy, oil and telecommunications sectors. I’m thinking as well in technology and IT,” he said
He noted that French-speaking countries in Africa are investing heavily in tech, innovation, and infrastructure, revealing that companies in Tech are looking for bilingual professionals to assist with software localization, customer support, and managing projects in French-speaking regions.
“The French embassy is not only mobilized to help learners discover promising sectors. We are also providing our support and expertise in
training teachers and optimizing university programs,” he summed up
Also, the linguistics cooperation attaché, French Embassy in Nigeria, Magaly Losange, who also gave a lecture at the seminar, in an interview with Newsmen said that the main purpose of the seminar was to be more informative and supportive to those who want to make a skill out of French Language,saying that as the linguistics cooperation attaché of the French Embassy it is her duty to promote French language through culture.
She cited traditional stereotypes as a major challenge affecting the growth and development of French in Nigeria, as school, teachers at the primary and secondary level in most cases teach French using the traditional way, where students learn French, but could not put words and grammar together as a skill for communicate.
“French is important. I don’t see French as colonization, l see French as a key to embrace globalization, l hope that learners will be inspired and ready to embrace the global village,” Losange said.
She however said that the French Embassy is working to ensure that equipments to facilitate the learning of French is put in place to enable learners improve their skills fast, which in two to three years learners should be able to communicate with French, advising learners to be intentional with learning the language, through social media and other workable devices to advance their skills for certification and better opportunities.
Highlight of the event which had about 250 participants in attendance was the eloquence award ceremony where students were awarded for their eloquence in French language by the Director, Alliance Française Port Harcourt, Mrs.Marina Lacal alongside the Linguistics cooperation attaché of the French Embassy in Nigeria, Magaly Losange.
After two edition of the seminar it was the turn of the Alliance Française, Port Harcourt to host the Third edition.
It would be recalled that the first edition of ” “French Up Your Career” event was organized at the Alliance Française Lagos on October 23, the second one at UNILAG on November 24, 2024 respectfully.
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