BBNaija Winner Imisi Describes Kola as Her “Safe Space” During Her Time in the House

Big Brother Naija Season 10 champion, Opeyemi “Imisi” Ayanwale, has revealed that her closest bond in the house was with fellow finalist Kola Omotosho, whom she described as her “only safe space” throughout the show.

In a recent chat with media personality and ex-housemate Doyin David, Imisi reflected on their friendship, describing it as genuine, comforting, and emotionally grounding amid the tension and chaos of the competition.

“Kola was my only safe space,” Imisi said. “Whenever I felt overwhelmed or down, he was there for me. And when he was struggling, I was there for him too. He’s always been open and vulnerable with me.”

Doyin Commends Their Unique Friendship

During the post-show conversation, Doyin praised the pair’s connection, calling it one of the most authentic friendships in Big Brother Naija history. She highlighted how rare it is to see a strong bond between a male and female housemate that remains purely platonic.

“I think your friendship with Kola stands out — not just this season, but across the entire BBNaija franchise,” Doyin said. “It’s refreshing to see a boy-and-girl friendship built on mutual respect and loyalty rather than romance.”

Kola Shares His Side of the Story

Speaking after the finale, Kola also reflected on their bond, describing it as a genuine brother-sister relationship formed through shared experiences in the house.

“She’s like a sister to me,” he said. “Imisi always looked out for me, and I did the same for her. That kind of connection is rare.”

Their friendship has since drawn admiration from fans, who view it as a refreshing alternative to the romantic entanglements that usually dominate the BBNaija narrative. Many social media users have praised their maturity, calling their bond “a breath of fresh air” in today’s reality TV culture.