A dedicated core fan of Ilebaye has taken center stage in the headlines with a viral statement she shared with the Big Brother Naija star. Ilebaye initially posted this exchange on her Snapchat, where a fan reached out to her.
The fan proceeded to express admiration for Ilebaye, highlighting the significant impact she has had on other Big Brother Naija housemates. She stated that, as a member of Generation Z, Ilebaye has left the millennials scrambling to keep up with her ever-evolving style and influence. The fan amusingly noted how some have even started using phrases like “purr,” one of Ilebaye’s signature expressions. Furthermore, in a private direct message, the fan shared that whenever Ilebaye trends online, her ex-BBN housemates attempt to outdo her by creating their own social media content to keep up with her.
The fan concluded by expressing deep affection for Ilebaye, emphasizing how she continues to astonish people and set the pace for other housemates to follow. This fan firmly believes that Ilebaye is the trendsetter among her peers.
However, the reactions to this revelation have been mixed. Many supporters of other Big Brother Naija housemates have criticized Ilebaye for sharing this exchange, fearing that it could spark controversy and unnecessary competition among fans online.
Recalling Ilebaye’s time in the Big Brother Naija house, it is worth noting that she faced divided opinions. Some believed she was being bullied, while others speculated that she strategically used a “pity card” to win the competition. Upon leaving the house, when asked about this tactic, Ilebaye firmly denied using it and asserted that her victory was purely a result of timing and had nothing to do with victimization or sympathy.
In a related context, Mercy, a former Big Brother Naija winner and All-Stars season contestant, shared her own experiences. She revealed that she faced intense negativity both inside and outside the house during her second stint on the show. Mercy attributed this to her previous victory, and the energy from others was overwhelmingly negative. She even broke down during an interview, expressing confusion about why people were so determined to see her lose, as she couldn’t identify any specific actions that would have warranted such a reaction.
