Navigating a romantic relationship is hard enough on the outside, now imagine doing it in a house full of strangers, cameras, and constant tension. That’s the reality for Biggie’s housemates, where love is not just in the air – it’s tangled in strategy, emotions, and unspoken expectations.
If there’s one couple that perfectly captures the chaotic nature of relationships in this high-pressure environment, it’s Isabella and Kayikunmi. From their early spark in the first week to their now emotionally fraught connection, their ship has been anything but smooth sailing.
Isabella made her intentions clear from the jump. Her eyes were set on Kayikunmi, and she wasn’t shy about it. The problem? Kayikunmi has made it equally clear that women like Isabella are “too much” for him. And yet, they remain entangled in a situationship neither can seem to escape.
Last night, Kayikunmi opened up to Imisi about Isabella’s constant frustration, and today, he tried to address their issues with her directly. His message was simple: he cares about her, wants to grow with her, and believes communication is the way forward. But Isabella’s body language told another story – no eye contact, no warmth, just stone-cold disinterest. She called him out for making empty promises, repeating the same cycle of “I’ll do better” without ever really doing so.
Their dynamic is a whirlwind of miscommunication. Isabella questions whether he makes time for her, while he insists he tries, but it’s never enough. She feels unseen and unheard, and he feels unappreciated. It’s a recipe for emotional fatigue, and frankly, it shows.
Let’s not forget the banana moment, a symbol of Kayikunmi’s affection. In his world, handing over a banana is a sweet gesture. In Isabella’s world? It’s nowhere near enough. The girl wants more – more effort, more intention, more than produce from the kitchen.
While Isabella and Kayikunmi battle emotional storms, elsewhere in the house, Dede is swimming in her own version of romantic confusion. Thanks to a running joke about “fish in the house,” referring to her time spent with Kola, Jason Jae and Koyin, it’s clear the waters aren’t exactly calm for her either.
This morning, Jason Jae took things from flirty to philosophical, asking Dede if what they have is “special” – a bold question in Biggie’s house. Dede, not quite ready for depth before breakfast, dodged the moment entirely. She apologised for a past joke that may have stung, but never gave a direct answer. Was it self-protection or a soft let-down? Time will tell if Jason Jae pushes again, or retreats with his pride intact.Between bananas, fish, and feelings, one thing’s clear: relationships in the house are a lot like the outside – unpredictable, high-stakes, and rarely straightforward.
Will Isabella and Kayikunmi finally find common ground? Will Dede choose her fish or keep swimming solo?
All housemates are up for possible eviction this week, with the exception of Head of House Victory and Kayikunmi, who has immunity after being saved by the HoH. You have until this Thursday at 22:00 WAT (23:00 CAT) to vote (hyperlink) for your favourite 10/10 housemate. Watch BB Naija season 10 live 24/7, on DStv Channel 198, GOtv Channel 49, and on Showmax. Follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok for all the gist. BBNaija season 10 is proudly brought to you by our Gold sponsor, Guinness Nigeria.