Former Big Brother Naija Season 10 contestant Sabrina Idukpaye has broken her silence following her abrupt departure from the reality show, insisting she was on track to become a finalist before medical complications derailed her journey.
In a candid interview with The Beat FM, the outspoken housemate did not attempt to hide her confidence in her performance before her untimely exit.
“I would have been a finalist, and that is guaranteed,” Sabrina declared emphatically. “I had always said it every time in my diary sessions.”
The statement offers a glimpse into the self-assurance that may have characterized her gameplay during her time in Biggie’s house, suggesting she had consistently predicted her success to show producers throughout her stint on the program.
Sabrina’s departure from the competition came under circumstances that have since sparked discussion among fans of the popular franchise. The housemate was rushed to the hospital after experiencing undisclosed health concerns while still in the Big Brother house.
However, what should have been a straightforward medical evaluation turned into a permanent exit from the competition. Despite medical professionals declaring her fit to return to the show, Big Brother decided to deny her reentry—a move that effectively ended her chances at the ₦100 million grand prize.
Perhaps most poignantly, Sabrina revealed that she learned of her permanent exit while still confined to her hospital bed, anxiously awaiting confirmation that she would be allowed to rejoin her fellow housemates.
“I received the news while still in the hospital, awaiting confirmation of my return to the show,” she explained, painting a picture of a contestant left in limbo during what must have been an emotionally turbulent period.
The circumstances surrounding Big Brother’s decision to bar her return despite medical clearance remain unclear, raising questions about the show’s protocols for handling medical emergencies and the criteria used to determine whether a housemate can continue in the competition.
Despite what many would view as a bittersweet ending to her Big Brother journey, Sabrina has chosen to take the high road. The former housemate expressed appreciation to MultiChoice and the Big Brother Naija organization for giving her the platform in the first place.
This gracious response stands in contrast to the disappointment she must surely feel, having been denied the opportunity to prove her finalist prediction correct.
As Season 10 of Big Brother Naija continues without her, Sabrina’s story serves as a reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in the pressure-cooker environment of reality television, where factors beyond gameplay—such as health and production decisions—can ultimately determine a contestant’s fate.
The show’s producers have not publicly commented on the specifics of Sabrina’s case or the rationale behind preventing her return after medical clearance.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Former Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate Sabrina Idukpaye was medically evacuated from the show and, despite being declared fit by doctors, was permanently barred from returning by Big Brother—ending what she confidently believed would have been a finalist run.
The decision was delivered to her while she was still hospitalized, awaiting clearance to rejoin the competition. Despite the controversial exit, Sabrina has maintained a gracious attitude, thanking MultiChoice for the opportunity while standing firm in her belief that she was on a winning trajectory before her journey was cut short.
