Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) recently paid tribute to several former housemates who have passed away. The tribute honored Francisca Owumi, Joseph Ada, and Rico Swavey.
1. Francisca Owumi: The runner-up of the debut BBNaija season in 2006, she was celebrated for her vibrant and free-spirited personality, and her passion for dance. She passed away in September 2024 after a brief illness.
2. Joseph Ada: A housemate from the 2006 season, Ada was a former flight attendant who passed away in the U.S. in May 2023 from pancreatitis.
3.Rico Swavey: A participant in the 2018 season, Rico Swavey (Patrick Fakoya) died in October 2022 following a fatal car accident.
The tribute involved the current season's housemates gathering to view images of the late stars on screen, followed by a minute of silence in their memory.