Meet Imisi BBNaija and her amazing journey to BBNaija Season 10

Meet Imisi BBNaija and her amazing journey to BBNaija Season 10

Imisi from BBNaija Season 10 (Opeyemi Ayanwale), captured the attention of many following her entrance into BBNaija season 10. The Nigerian actress and fashion designer has won the hearts of many due to her confidence, big personality, and expressive attitude. Her readiness to cause chaos and stir drama has piqued fans' curiosity to know more about her.

Imisi BBNaija stuns in a purple-white print dress and a red one-shoulder outfit
Imisi BBNaija wearing a purple and white printed dress (L). The actress posing in a red one shoulder dress (R). Photo: @olorisupergal, @taghandler on X (Twitter), Instagram (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • Imisi BBNaija is a fashion designer and actress.
  • She has captured the attention of many due to the unmatched energy, vibe, drama, and comedy that she brings on screen.
  • Her Instagram following has grown significantly since she entered the house.

Profile summary

Full nameOpeyemi Ayanwale
Famous asImisioluwa, Imisi
GenderFemale
Date of birth24 January 2002
Age23 years old (as of 2025)
Zodiac signAquarius
Place of birthOyo State, Nigeria
Current residenceNigeria
NationalityNigerian
EthnicityBlack
TribeYoruba
ReligionChristianity
SexualityStraight
Hair colourBlack
Eye colourDark brown
Relationship statusSingle
CollegeYaba College of Technology
ProfessionFashion designer, actor

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Imisi’s biography

The Big Brother Naija season 10 contestant was born Opeyemi Ayanwale on 24 January 2002 in Oyo State, Nigeria. She is 23 years old as of 2025, and her zodiac sign is Aquarius.

Imisi BBNaija? According to an Instagram post by Pope & Prime, Imisi from BBNaija is from the Yoruba tribe.

Quick facts about Imisi BBNaija
Top-5 facts about Imisi BBNaija. Photo: @yusufu_rose on X (Twitter) (modified by author)
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Her journey to BBNaija Season 10

The actress and fashion designer rose to stardom after she was announced as one of the female contestants of Big Brother Naija season 10. According to an Instagram post by Big Brother Naija, the reason for her joining the competition TV show is to show the world who she is and to build new connections.

I am here to show the world who I really am, no filters, no hiding. This is a chance to test my limits and build new connections. I’m here for the challenge, the excitement, and to prove that I’m more than just a pretty face. My strategy is to be myself, build strong alliances, and always bring positive vibes.

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The actress is determined to win at all costs, and to her, becoming the winner of Big Brother Naija means a lot. She revealed in a BBNaija contestant's introduction video on YouTube that winning will change everything about her and how people view her.

Winning Big Brother Naija Season 10 means a whole lot to me, my life, everything… It's going to change everything about me, the way people view me, my personality, everything.

Her confidence, energy, vibe, and humour, a mix of strength and vulnerability on screen, have made her popular and one of the most loved BBNaija Season 10 female housemates.

She is full of drama and comedy on screen and is ready to speak her mind in any situation. Moreover, her unmatched energy, honesty and constant narration make her a not easy to forget BBNaija female housemate.

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Imisi BBNaija posing with one hand on her neck
Imisi BBNaija posing with one hand on her neck. Photo: @imisioluwa668 on Instagram (modified by author)
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She introduced herself in a video as the winner of Big Brother Naija season 10. She believes that she is the winner because she has everything it takes to win the competition. Imisioluwa is fun, loving and has the energy that the viewers need to see on the competition television series.

Am Imisioluwa, a Big Brother Naija Season 10 winner, because I am fun, loving, and caring, and I’ve got the energy. I’ve got everything you guys need to see on this season. And you won't know until you watch it.

Is Imisi from BBNaija on Instagram?

She has an Instagram account. Her fanbase has tremendously grown since she was announced as one of the 29 female contestants of Big Brother Naija season 10.

Looking at the posts on her Instagram account, Imisi from BBNaija Season 10 has been active on the platform on April 2025, and her Instagram account has reached over 36 thousand followers at the time of writing.

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As per Gistreel, her initial fanbase before the BBNaija announcement was 66 followers. She is also active on X (Twitter).

Imisi on love, healing, and meaningful connections

Imisi BBNaija sits on a maroon couch and later poses in a light pink balaclava inside a car.
Imisi BBNaija posing sitting on a maroon couch (L). Imisioluwa wearing a light pink balaclava (R). Photo: @bigbrothernaija, @yusufu_rose on Facebook, X (Twitter) (modified by author)
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The Nigerian fashion designer is single. According to the aforementioned BBNaija YouTube video posted on 26 July 2025, she said that she has been single for the past 4 months.

As per the aforementioned BBNaija Instagram post, she said that she believes that relationships should be built on trust, communication, and a deep connection. She is not in a hurry to find a partner but needs someone who will respect her and bring peace to her life.

Right now I’m single. I just got out of a relationship a few months ago, so I’m still healing and learning. I believe relationships should be built on trust, communication, and deep connection, not just vibes. I’m not in a rush, but I’m open. I need someone who sees me, respects me, and brings peace, not stress.

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FAQs

  1. Who is Imisi BBNaija? She is a Nigerian fashion designer and actress who gained fame as one of the 15 female housemates of Big Brother Naija season 10.
  2. Which state is Imisi BBNaija from? The Nigerian actress is from Oyo State, Nigeria. She was born and raised in Oyo State.
  3. What is Imisi’s age from BBNaija? She is 23 years old as of 2025. The actress was born on 24 January 2002.
  4. What is Imisi's real name from BBNaija? Her real name is Opeyemi Ayanwale.
  5. Who is Imisi from BBNaija dating? The Nigerian fashion designer is single.
  6. What is Imisi BBNaija’s ethnicity? She is of black ethnicity.

Imisi from BBNaija is an actress and fashion designer whose fame increased after being unveiled as one of the contestants in the reality competition television series. She has won the hearts of many due to the energy, comedy and drama that she brings on screen. The actress hails from Oyo State, Nigeria.

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