Meet Big Soso BBNaija: The chef's background, ambitions and identity
Big Soso from BBNaija is a UK-based lawyer, chef, businessperson and philanthropist. She is one of the standout housemates in Big Brother Naija Season 10, which premiered on 26 July 2025 on DStv channel 198 and GOtv channel 49. She competes against 28 other Nigerian housemates.
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Key takeaways
- Big Soso was the fifth housemate to be introduced to the show.
- Big Soso holds a degree from the University of Bedfordshire.
- The TV personality is currently single.
- She enjoys cooking, travelling, reading and counselling.
- She says she is a 10 because she is funny, kind, friendly and real.
| Full name | Sonia Amako |
| Gender | Female |
| Date of birth | 30 September 1996 |
| Age | 28 years old (as of July 2025) |
| Place of birth | Southern Kaduna, Nigeria |
| Current residence | United Kingdom |
| State of origin | Kaduna State |
| Tribe | Hausa |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Ethnicity | Black |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Hair colour | Black |
| Eye colour | Dark brown |
| Siblings | 10 |
| Relationship status | Single |
| Education | University of Bedfordshire |
| Profession | Lawyer, chef, philanthropist, entrepreneur |
Big Soso BBNaija’s biography
The up-and-coming reality TV personality was born and raised in Southern Kaduna, Nigeria, but currently resides in the United Kingdom. She grew up alongside nine siblings, including a twin, and she helped support her younger siblings’ education through her job as a chef.
The Big Brother Naija Season 10 contestant holds a law degree from the University of Bedfordshire in the United Kingdom. She also attended Christ Ambassadors College.
What is Big Soso BBNaija’s age?
The professional lawyer-turned chef is 28 years old as of July 2025. She was born on 30 September 1996. Her zodiac sign is Libra.
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Inside Big Soso’s BBNaija debut and her purpose
Big Soso entered the spotlight after being included in the list of 29 participants for the reality show Big Brother Naija season 10. The show premiered on 26 July 2025 on DStv channel 198 and GOtv channel 49 and will be aired for 72 days. Ebuka Obi-Uchendu returned as the host for the ninth consecutive time.
As per the organisers of the show, the winner of the season will be awarded a total of ₦150 million grand prize, which includes cash and prizes from sponsors. According to her introduction video, Big Soso says she joined Big Brother Naija to inspire young girls and represent the strength and beauty of Northern Nigeria.
I want to be a bridge between the North and the rest of Nigeria by representing our strength, resilience, and beauty. I want young girls to see that you can be a boss and still hold it down at home. You can chase your dreams, build a business, support your community, and still walk in grace and tradition.
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In her introduction video, Big Soso describes herself as kind, interesting and happy, saying:
Ten words to brag about myself: kind, interesting, happy, full of good vibes, great cook, amazing, smells nice all the time, always shining my teeth, full of knowledge, intelligence, and so much to learn from me. I’m here to add the super to the star that I already am.
Aside from being a contestant in Big Brother Naija season 10, Big Soso is a professional lawyer and a chef. After completing her education, she launched her restaurant in the UK and her line of spices.
Big Soso also started a charity, Syhce Foundation, to help girls, widows, and people in need in Northern Nigeria, using the money she made from cooking to give back to her community.
Who is Big Soso BBNaija dating?
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The Big Brother Naija: 10/10 contestant is not in a relationship with anyone as of 2025. In her introduction video, she openly shared her views on love and relationships, saying:
I’m currently single. I don’t believe in being in a relationship when you’re still trying to find yourself. Love should be selfless, kind and supportive. So, I’ll keep fixing myself until the right one comes.
In the aftermentioned YouTube introduction video, Big Soso also opened up about her relationship status and privacy when it comes to love. She said:
One thing about me, you’ll never find on Google is my love life. Currently, my relationship status is—I’m not married, guys
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Big Soso’s online following continues to rise
She is gradually gaining popularity on social media following her entrance into the BBNaija show as a contestant. Her Instagram account boasts almost 14 thousand followers at the time of writing. Here are her social media pages:
- Instagram: @itsbigsoso
- X (Twitter): @itsbigsoso
- TikTok: @itsbigsoso
- Facebook: @sonia.amako
FAQs
- Who is Big Soso? She is a Nigerian lawyer, chef and philanthropist best known as one of the 29 contestants of the reality show, Big Brother Naija season 10.
- How old is Big Soso? The UK-based chef is 28 years old as of July 2025. She was born on 30 September 1996.
- Which state is Big Soso from BBNaija from? She is from Kaduna State, Nigeria.
- What tribe is Big Soso BBNaija? The Nigerian television personality is from the Hausa tribe.
- Who is Big Soso BBNaija's boyfriend? Big Soso is currently single.
- Where does Big Soso BBNaija live? She resides in the United Kingdom.
- Who is the founder of the Big Brother Naija Show? Big Brother Naija is the Nigerian version of the Big Brother franchise created by John de Mol.
Big Soso BBNaija is a UK-based lawyer, chef and philanthropist. She came into the limelight recently when she was announced as a participant in the reality show, Big Brother Naija season 10. The show premiered on 26 July 2025 and is set to run for 72 days.
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