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Controversy as Ilebaye claims victory in Big Brother Naija all-star edition

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In a stunning turn of events, the Big Brother Naija All Stars edition came to a close on Sunday with Ilebaye emerging as the winner, sparking a whirlwind of mixed reactions among fans across Nigeria.

The competition which had gripped the nation for 10 intensive weeks, culminated in a showdown between Cee C, Ilebaye, and the former champion, Mercy Eke, marking the first time in the show’s history that an all-female trio had reached the final.

As the news of Ilebaye’s victory spread like wildfire, it was greeted with both jubilation and controversy.

Per Second News observed that fans of the show took to social media platforms to express their divergent opinions, giving rise to a polarized debate within the fandom.

Many supporters of the show were left perplexed, questioning the factors that led to Ilebaye’s victory over the formidable competitors like Mercy and Cee C.

Some felt that Mercy Eke, who had previously clinched the title, deserved a second win, while others rallied behind Cee C, citing her impressive performance and resilience throughout the season.

Supporters of Cee C and Mercy Eke, who had been fiercely loyal throughout the season, felt that either of them deserved the crown.

Twitter was abuzz with tweets such as
“@CeeCOfficial deserved to win, hands down! Her journey was remarkable, and she proved herself time and again. #BBNaijaAllStars #CeeCFansUnite”.

“I’m shocked that @real_mercyeke didn’t win again. She’s the Queen of the #BBNaija house, no doubt! #MercyEkeAllTheWay #BBNaijaAllStars”

The all-female final lineup added an extra layer of intrigue to the competition, as it highlighted the strength and versatility of female contestants in the Big Brother Naija universe.

Simultaneously, accusations were hurled at Ilebaye, with some fans alleging that she had strategically played the victim card throughout the show to garner votes out of pity.

Social media was flooded with comments such as:
“Ilebaye’s strategy was to play the victim, and it worked. Pity votes shouldn’t decide the winner! #NotMyWinner #BBNaijaAllStars.

“I’m sorry, but I can’t celebrate a winner who relied on sympathy votes. It should be about merit! #BBNaijaAllStars #FairnessMatters”

However, it also ignited passionate discussions about the significance of this milestone and whether it played a role in Ilebaye’s victory.

A fan said the victory of Ilebaye serves as a reminder that reality television can be as unpredictable as life itself, leaving viewers eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the ever-enthralling world of Big Brother Naija.

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