Former Big Brother Naija champion, Ilebaye Odiniya, has shared her thoughts on Kellyrae’s recent victory.

Kellyrae, a contestant from BBNaija season 9 titled ‘No Loose Guard,’ was declared the winner on Sunday, October 6, 2024, following 10 weeks of fierce competition among 28 housemates.

As a married contestant, Kellyrae secured the top position, with Wanni taking the first runner-up spot.

In response to this outcome, the Nigerian criminologist, model and reality TV star, Ilebaye, who won the previous season's ‘All Stars edition,’ praised Kellyrae for her dedication and effort.

In a widely circulated post on her X account, Ilebaye remarked, “As it should be.”

Ilebaye began her acting career at an early age, featuring in productions such as Papa Ajasco and Nnena and Friends. In 2021, she achieved recognition by winning the Finest Girl Democracy Nigeria (FGDN) beauty pageant.

On July 23, 2022, Ilebaye joined the seventh season of Big Brother Naija as the fourth housemate, but she was evicted in the third week. A year later, on July 23, 2023, she was introduced as the 13th housemate for the all-star season. 

During the season finale on October 1, 2023, she emerged victorious, receiving 30.08% of the final votes, surpassing Mercy Eke, who garnered 23.48%. As the winner, she was awarded ₦120,000,000 (one hundred and twenty million naira) in cash along with other prizes, making her the third female contestant to win the show.