The organisers of Big Brother Naija have officially announced the premiere date for the 2026 edition of the reality show.

According to the latest announcement, season 11 will kick off on Sunday, July 26, 2026, with the winner walking away with a record-breaking N160 million grand prize.

This year’s prize money marks the highest in the show’s history since its debut in 2006.

The organisers had earlier conducted free physical auditions in Lagos, Abuja, and Enugu from May 22 to 24, 2026, open to individuals aged 21 and above with valid identification.