Big Brother Naija Season 10 winner, Opeyemi “Imisi” Ayanwale, has melted hearts after speaking at length about her emotional connection with fellow finalist, Kola Omotosho. She described him as her “only safe space” during the intense and emotionally charged weeks she spent inside the Big Brother Naija house.
During a candid post-show interview with media personality and ex-housemate Doyin David, Imisi reflected on the challenges she faced in the house and how Kola became her biggest emotional anchor amid the chaos, competition, and frequent confrontations that defined the season.
She described their friendship as one that went beyond the show’s typical dynamics, noting that Kola provided her with comfort, understanding, and consistency in an environment that often tested mental strength and trust.
“I feel like Kola was my only safe space,” she said with a smile. “Anytime I felt down, he was there for me, even without asking. And when he felt low too, I was always ready to listen and encourage him. He’s always been vulnerable and real with me, and that’s something I value deeply.”
Imisi further revealed that their connection grew naturally without pressure or expectations, adding that Kola’s calm personality made it easy for her to stay grounded and focused throughout the competition.
Doyin praises their friendship as ‘the most genuine bond’ on BBN
Reacting to Imisi’s heartfelt revelation, Doyin David, who conducted the interview, praised the sincerity of their friendship, describing it as “one of the most refreshing and genuine bonds ever witnessed in Big Brother Naija history.”
According to Doyin, it is rare to see a strong connection between a male and female housemate that remains purely platonic and founded on mutual respect rather than attraction. She lauded their ability to maintain honesty, loyalty, and emotional maturity even in a high-pressure reality show setting.
“I think your friendship with Kola is the best we’ve seen on BBN,” Doyin remarked. “Not just this season, but throughout the franchise. It’s not easy to find a male-female friendship where both parties genuinely root for each other without it turning romantic. It’s beautiful and inspiring.”
The interviewer further noted that their connection served as a reminder that reality TV can still highlight authentic human relationships that focus on kindness, empathy, and mutual growth rather than rivalry or drama.
Kola opens up about their unbreakable bond after the finale
After the show’s finale, Kola Omotosho also spoke publicly about his bond with Imisi, emphasizing that their friendship was built on shared values, understanding, and mutual encouragement rather than romance. He expressed his gratitude for having someone like Imisi by his side throughout the show’s journey.
“She’s like a sister to me,” Kola stated. “In the house, she was my reminder to stay true to myself and keep my focus. We both looked out for each other, and that kind of connection is rare, especially in a competitive space like Big Brother.”
He added that their experiences in the house taught him valuable lessons about loyalty, compassion, and the importance of having emotional support systems in challenging environments.
Fans across social media platforms have since showered the duo with praise for their heartwarming friendship, describing it as a “breath of fresh air” in the Big Brother Naija franchise, which is often dominated by romantic entanglements and rivalries.
Many netizens also commended both housemates for setting a positive example of how men and women can share a deep, non-romantic bond built on trust and mutual respect. Their genuine connection continues to attract admiration, making them one of the most talked-about pairs from Season 10.
Social media users continue to celebrate their authenticity, with thousands of fans describing their story as proof that real friendship can still thrive even in the competitive world of reality television.