Big Brother Naija has disqualified housemate Victor Ikpe, known as Keivo. The disqualification followed a physical altercation with fellow housemate Tram. Big Brother announced the decision on Tuesday. He showed the remaining housemates what he described as “disturbing” clips of the incident. “Keivo, as the perpetrator, has been removed from the house,” Big Brother announced. “Violence is never an option.”
Big Brother Naija has seen disqualifications before. In 2021, a housemate was disqualified for physical violence. In 2023, another was removed for misconduct. The show’s rules are clear. Violence is prohibited. The decision is final. Keivo’s removal came just days before the grand finale. He was one of the finalists. The winner will take home ₦160 million.
The altercation occurred on Monday. Tram accused Keivo of taking his black shirt. Keivo denied the allegation. He said he owned a similar shirt. The argument escalated. Keivo threw the first punch. Other housemates intervened. Biggie ordered everyone to freeze. Three ninjas were deployed to escort Keivo out through the storeroom. His name was removed from the official voting platform. Ten housemates remain in the competition.
Keivo became emotional before his removal. He insisted the dispute was about being accused of stealing. He said he did not want to leave the show with viewers believing he was a thief. The incident sparked debate online. Some condemned Keivo. Others questioned whether Tram should also face disciplinary action.
Winners: The remaining housemates, who face less competition. The show, which upholds its rules. Multichoice, which gains a controversy. Losers: Keivo, who loses the grand prize. His fans. The show, which loses a finalist. Viewers, who lose a contestant. Tram, who faces online scrutiny.
Bottom Line: Keivo is disqualified. Violence is never an option. The show made its decision. The grand finale is on 4 October. Ten housemates remain.