It was the kind of revelation reality TV fans live for - unexpected, raw, and just a little scandalous. On the latest episode of BBNaija Season 10, housemate Koyin dropped a confession that has set social media buzzing and viewers debating. Sitting across from fellow housemate Gigi Jasmine in a rare quiet moment inside the house, Koyin admitted that the age he gave during the show’s premiere was not the truth. The supposed 21-year-old calmly revealed that he is, in fact, 25 years old, and the reason for the deception had nothing to do with the game, but with his career outside the house.
Koyin explained that the age reduction was a deliberate choice influenced by his modelling background. According to him, his agency advised that he present himself as younger in order to land more opportunities in the highly competitive industry. “I am 25 years old and not 21. I had to reduce my age because of my modelling career,” he said, adding that shaving three years off had become part of his public persona long before stepping into the BBNaija spotlight. He even disclosed that his actual birthday is fast approaching on August 19, making him just days away from officially turning 25.
If the confession rattled viewers, Gigi’s reaction was the opposite. Rather than expressing shock or disapproval, she praised him for his openness, telling him he had a “high level of emotional intelligence” she admired. Her calm, almost tender response gave the conversation a surprising warmth, defusing what could have been an awkward moment in front of millions of viewers. Still, the revelation sparked an instant wildfire outside the house, with fans dissecting his every word and debating whether such a move should be considered strategic or simply professional self-preservation.
The incident also pulled back the curtain on a wider truth about the entertainment and fashion worlds. For many models, age is more than a number - it’s a ticket, or a barrier, to lucrative gigs. Koyin’s candidness, especially while still inside the game, adds a human layer to what could easily have been dismissed as vanity or deceit. In the cutthroat industries of beauty and media, appearing younger can open doors, and for some, those doors can change a life.
Interestingly, Koyin’s admission wasn’t the only age-related confession in the house that week. Another contestant, Ivatar, revealed she had exaggerated in the opposite direction, claiming to be 40 when she was actually 37. Though her admission didn’t carry the same career-related backstory, it added a curious subplot to the week’s events, raising questions about how much of what housemates present to the world is truly them, and how much is a carefully crafted version.
Outside the house, reactions have been mixed. Some fans commended Koyin for finally coming clean, saying it showed integrity and vulnerability in a game known for manipulation. Others questioned why he didn’t just reveal his real age from the start, arguing that honesty is always the better PR strategy. Yet even the skeptics admit that this twist has made him one of the most talked-about figures of the season, which in a show like BBNaija can be a currency all its own.
Whether this revelation will hurt or help Koyin’s chances in the competition remains to be seen. Reality TV is as much about controlling the narrative as it is about surviving weekly evictions, and sometimes, owning up to a flaw can endear a contestant to viewers more than perfection ever could. For now, one thing is certain: Koyin’s unfiltered moment has cemented his place in BBNaija Season 10 history and ensured that when his birthday rolls around in a few days, he’ll be celebrating it under a national spotlight.
In a game built on strategy, alliances, and the occasional drama-fueled meltdown, this confession was a reminder that the most gripping moments are often the simplest - just one person telling the truth, and the rest of us watching to see what happens next.
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