Auditions for Season 11 of Big Brother Naija are set to commence soon, as organisers officially announced a return to physical screenings for aspiring housemates across Nigeria.
In a recent update shared on Instagram, the organisers revealed that online registration for interested contestants will open from May 16 and close on May 20.
Only applicants who successfully complete the registration process within the stated period will move on to the next phase of selection.
The organisers also clarified that participation in the audition process is completely free.
However, applicants must be at least 21 years old and present a valid means of identification before they can qualify.
The Next Stage
They further explained that audition slots are limited, warning that the registration portal could shut earlier than expected once the maximum number of entries has been received.
Successful applicants will receive confirmation emails containing details of the next stage.
Physical auditions are scheduled to take place from May 22 to May 24 in Lagos, Abuja, and Enugu.
The decision to return to physical auditions marks a major shift from the virtual and hybrid methods adopted in recent years, which enabled contestants from different parts of the country to participate remotely.
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Meanwhile, the most recent edition of the reality show ended with Opeyemi Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi, emerging winner after defeating 28 other contestants to claim the ₦150 million grand prize on October 5, 2025.