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BBNaija: Never Before Seen Intimate Moments on Episode 18 of the Buzz
Before Ebuka announced that Whitemoney had very royally won the N90 million grand prize at the finale on Sunday, Toke and a few guests gathered to break down the show. Don Jazzy, Juliet Ibrahim, Lasisi Elenu, and Toke Makinwa had some really bold opinions about the show. Welcome to The Buzz’s breakdown of the week. This is about to be lit!
The Final Week’s Highlight On The Buzz
Lasisi Elenu first joined Toke to talk about all of Biggie’s games and twists this season. He said Big Brother will humble you.
He’s always advised people not to argue about the show too much, so they don’t cause unnecessary issues with other people. Lasisi, in his usual playful manner, said that Pere and Angel may have developed a sexual bond while they were in the White Room.
He then quickly clarified that the bond wasn’t in any way sexual. Toke agreed that they had developed a ‘co-dependency’ bond, and they may stay good friends afterwards.
Lasisi said if he had been on the show, he wouldn’t have been happy to see Pere and Angel come back into the house. He declared that he would have hugged them but also gossiped about them afterwards.
All The Bonds That Got Cemented During The Final Week
Juliet Ibrahim joined Toke and Lasisi to talk about the bonds on the final week, from bromances to budding ships and existing ships. Juliet, who was talked about a bit this season, said it made her feel good to be admired and crushed on.
They then dove headfirst into Angel and Cross’ situationship, with Toke calling them cute. Juliet immediately opposed the idea of the two being together, saying she didn’t think it would work because Cross was also a player.
Lasisi argued that Cross is a good man because he said the only time he’ll have sex with Angel is if they are married. They all concluded, though, that it’s all just ‘cruise control’ mode.
They also discussed the budding bromance between Whitemoney and Pere. Lasisi immediately said, “shey they wan dey whine me. Baba, we are playing a game. Let’s play it to the end.” Juliet thinks it may be honest because they’ve now both concluded that they are each other’s biggest threats.
Toke then asked a vital question – ‘did you think Angel and Liquorose would make it to the final?’ Juliet Ibrahim said she saw it coming. She started with Liquorose, saying she’s always had a strong presence since day 1. They all agreed that her solid social standing before the house really helped her game.
Juliet then talked about Angel, saying that she’s been honest the whole show. Lasisi and Toke agreed that Angel deserved her place in the finals as she was entertaining throughout the season.
Never Before Seen Moments From the Final Week
We can definitely say that Toke kept the most powerful lineup till the end as Don Jazzy joined them to break down some never before seen moments. Don Jazzy said he’s pretty sure that Angel really likes Cross, something she confirmed at the live show.
He added that he isn’t sure the feelings are mutual, and it could be because she’s way younger than Cross or because he thinks she’s a player.
They also discussed Angel and Pere’s conversation about Whitemoney not being happy when they returned to the house. Every guest thought it was okay that he was in his feelings about it, and they agreed they would have been too if they were the ones in his shoes. That clearly didn’t matter as Whitemoney ended up winning the game.
The Final Secret Diary Session of BBNaija Shine Ya Eye On The Buzz
The finalists poured out their hearts to Biggie. From Angel’s reluctance to go back to a toxic real world, Liquorose’s shock that Big Brother could still pull more twists in the final week, and Cross’ ‘it’s a beautiful day’ poem.
Pere only wanted to make sure his girlfriend made it to the finale. Whitemoney, in his usual dramatic manner, just wanted to say, “we made it. I don blow”.
The guests were particularly into Angel’s session, and Don Jazzy asked MultiChoice Nigeria, the organisers of the show, to get her some help as soon as she’s out of the house.
They said Whitemoney has been set as the winner since the 2nd week on the show. They also talked about how Pere suddenly won’t stop asking about a girlfriend he never mentioned till towards the end of the show.
Conclusion
As always, TM ended the episode with a question for her guests. This time around, it was “who entertained you the most on the final week?” Don Jazzy said he liked watching Liquorose come out of her shell with Emmanuel. Juliet chose Angel, saying that it started out with her fake eviction.
Lasisi chose Cross because he’s always in a world of his own, goofy and bordering on the edge of recklessness. Toke chose Emmanuel because she couldn’t explain how he made it to the finals.
She asked a second question – “top three in no particular order”. Don Baba J started off saying, “Whitemoney, Liquor and the General, unfortunately”. Juliet went for Liquorose, Whitemoney and Cross, while Lasisi chose Angel, Whitemoney and Pere.
They ended the show with Don Jazzy betting N5 million on Liquorose winning, and Toke gambled on Whitemoney. So, it looks like even though Don Jazzy was the only one with the correct top 3 predictions, he has to pay Toke now.
The final episode of the Buzz will air on Wednesday, October 6, at 7 pm only on Showmax. It will feature Whitemoney, Liquorose, Pere and Cross. Download the Showmax app on your iOS or Android device to catch the exclusive episode from the BBNaija’ Shine Ya Eye’ edition.
David Adedeji Adeleke, known professionally as Davido, has shared his past suicidal thoughts as he dropped Oriadé, his sixth studio album yesterday.
Davido
Davido said he chose the date on purpose as it marks exactly 15 years since he began his professional music career.
Oriadé is a Yoruba word combining “Ori,” meaning destiny, and “Adé,” meaning crown.
It translates to “the crowned head.” The album has 13 tracks and features Black Sherif, Aya Nakamura, Leon Thomas, Mayorkun, and Llona.
It follows his 2025 project, 5ive, which reached number two on the Billboard World Albums chart.
Davido also announced an international tour to support the new record.
In the days leading up to the release, Davido gave interviews that revealed personal details about his past and his current life.
Speaking to Vibe Magazine on Thursday, he described a 2014 incident in Ghana that left him feeling suicidal.
He said he invited a woman back to his hotel room after a show, and she later posted a photo of him sleeping online.
He said the fallout overwhelmed him.
“My daddy was calling me. My sisters were calling me. If I saw the balcony that day, I would have jumped,” he said.
He said he was young at the time and did not fully understand the consequences of his actions.
He described the experience as a turning point that changed how he thinks about privacy and fame.
In the same interview, he explained why he often dresses down in public despite his wealth.
He recalled a trip to the South of France where he went out in shorts and slippers without his watch.
“I’ve been on jets, I’ve been flying, I’ve been in all these places since I was a baby. I’ve been seeing money since I was a baby. So all these things don’t really excite me,” he said.
He added that he sometimes prefers to drive a Toyota to the supermarket in Atlanta instead of one of his luxury cars.
In a separate livestream with Davrel, Davido spoke about how his life has changed since marrying his wife, Chioma, and becoming a father.
He said his home no longer holds the large crowds it once did.
“I can no longer have 100 people in my house like before,” he said.
He said he speaks to Chioma every day regardless of his schedule.
He also disclosed that he spends between $200,000 and $300,000 a month on himself, not including costs for his wife, children, jewelry and cars.
He said the amount is lower when he is in the United States, where he described his lifestyle as quieter.
Africa Prudential Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to digital transformation, revenue diversification and sustainable growth after reporting a strong financial performance for the first half of 2026.
Dr Catherine Nwosu
The company made this known during its H1 2026 Investor Call, which brought together institutional investors, shareholders, investment analysts, regulators and other stakeholders to review its financial performance and strategic outlook.
Dr Catherine Nwosu, managing director and Chief Executive Officer of Africa Prudential, said the company’s performance reflected the resilience of its business model and the effectiveness of its long-term growth strategy despite prevailing macroeconomic challenges.
According to the company’s financial results, gross earnings rose by 27 per cent year-on-year to N4.28 billion, from N3.34 billion recorded in the corresponding period of 2025.
Profit before tax increased by 22 per cent to N2.41 billion, while profit after tax grew by 18 per cent to N1.59 billion.
The company also reported a 27 per cent rise in net operating income to N4.21 billion, while total assets increased by 13 per cent to N46.53 billion.
Shareholders’ funds equally rose by 13 per cent to N12.52 billion, reflecting continued financial strength.
Management attributed the performance to sustained growth in its core registrar business, increased corporate action activities in the Nigerian capital market, improved treasury earnings and rising adoption of its technology-driven solutions.
The company said it was steadily transforming from a traditional share registrar into a broader technology and business solutions provider serving Nigeria’s capital market ecosystem.
During the interactive session, investors sought clarification on the sustainability of earnings, particularly as interest rates are expected to moderate.
Responding, Nwosu said the company was deliberately expanding its recurring fee-based revenue streams to reduce dependence on treasury income.
“Interest rates influence our treasury income positively, but that is why we are deliberately diversifying our revenue streams.
“Our strategy is to grow recurring fee-based business lines such as our digital solutions, Know Your Customer (KYC) services, Annual General Meeting (AGM) technology, probate services and the SabiVest mobile app.
“Over time, this will reduce our reliance on interest income and create a more balanced and resilient earnings mix,” she said.
Nwosu noted that increasing capital market activities had created stronger demand for seamless digital investor experiences, improved operational efficiency and enhanced compliance solutions.
She said the company would continue investing in technology-enabled products capable of delivering long-term value to shareholders while strengthening its competitive position.
According to her, Africa Prudential has identified five strategic priorities for the second half of 2026.
The priorities include driving sustainable growth across its core registrar and emerging business lines, accelerating technology-led product innovation, strengthening brand leadership, investing in talent development and deepening corporate governance.
She said the investor engagement demonstrated the company’s commitment to transparency, accountability and regular engagement with shareholders and the investment community.
Africa Prudential reaffirmed its commitment to leveraging innovation, operational excellence and sound financial management to sustain growth and strengthen its leadership position in Nigeria’s capital market.
Gugu Gumede and S’Dumo Mtshali, the power couple in Netflix’s telenovela, The Polygamist, will be guest on this week’s edition of African Voices, which is sponsored by Globacom on Cable News Network (CNN).
The 22-episode sitcom focuses on the misadventures of an adulterous spouse who unknowingly entangles his family in the difficulties of polygamy.
The film depicts a series of intrigues, betrayals, and other events that shattered the harmony of a once-perfect marriage.
The fictional couple in Johannesburg are interviewed by the programme’s anchor, Larry Madowo, for a 30-minute show in which they discuss their personal experiences and the difficulties they have in the film industry, such as coping with popularity and typecasting and advocating for more actor protections.
Gumede, a 34-year-old South African who attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Los Angeles to study acting, portrayed Joyce Gomora in the telenovela.
In addition to her part in The Polygamist, Gumede has portrayed Mamlambo, a prophetess on “Uzalo”, the most watched television program in South Africa, and Mandisa in “Generations”, one of the country’s most popular series.
Mtshali, a 43-year-old South African actor who portrayed Jonasi Gomora, gained notoriety in 2010 after competing in and winning the SABC1 reality program, “Class Act”. In the same year, he landed his first major part in the drama series “Intersexions” on SABC1.
Among other films, he has starred in “Inside Story” (2011), “Avenged” (2013), “iNumber Number: Jozi Gold” (2023), “Back of the Moon”, and “The Four of Us” (2025).
This special double-cast episode will feature on DSTV channel 401 on Saturday at 8a.m. It will be repeated same day at 11a.m., Sunday at 3.30a.m.,6p.m., Monday at 3a.m. and 5.45p.m. as well as on Tuesday,5.45p.m.
The repeats continue next week Saturday at 7.30a.m., 11a.m.;Sunday 3.30a.m., 6p.m.,and on Monday at 3a.m.
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