Who Is Otega From BBNaija?
Otega is the stage name of Oghenetega Eritomi, a 32-year-old Nigerian chef, photographer, and developer from Delta State. He is known for his appearance as a housemate on Big Brother Naija Season 10, which premiered in July 2025 with one of the largest casts in the show’s history.
What Is Otega’s Professional Background?
Otega built a career across three fields: chef, photographer, and developer. He switched careers from tech to food and described this shift as his proudest professional moment. This background became relevant inside the house, where he frequently took on cooking duties for fellow housemates.
Why Did Otega Join Big Brother Naija?
Otega joined the show to challenge himself in a new environment and to connect with other people through creativity and authenticity. He has described his in-house behavior as a direct reflection of his personality rather than a competition tactic.
Was Otega’s Cooking a Game Strategy?
No. Otega denied that his cooking in the house was a calculated strategy to win favor with housemates or viewers. He stated that his approach was simply to be himself, adding that he is a chef by profession and does not need to cook to gain approval. He also described himself as blunt and credited age and life experience with giving him wisdom.
When Was Otega Evicted From BBNaija?
Otega was evicted from the Big Brother Naija house on Sunday, 17 August 2025, becoming one of the season’s early exits. He left alongside fellow housemate Oluwakayikunmi “Kayikunmi” Ajibade during a tight vote count, receiving 1.22% of the vote compared to 1.36% for the housemate who narrowly survived, Ifeyinwa “Ivatar” Okafor. The eviction was hosted by media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu and confirmed through an independent count by Deloitte.
What Did Otega Say After Leaving the Show?
After his eviction, Otega gave an interview addressing speculation about his time in the house. He reaffirmed that his conduct on the show was authentic rather than strategic, and he praised the show’s producers for expanding the cast size, describing the larger format as a positive push for the competition.