In a surprising turn of events on Sunday, the first solo evictions of Big Brother Naija’s Season 9 saw housemates Ben and Chizoba leave the competition, causing a significant shake-up in the No Loose Guard house.

After a week without any evictions, the housemates were caught off guard by the double eviction, which left the dynamics in the house dramatically altered.

The eviction marked the end of Ben and Chizoba’s time in Biggie’s house, but their journey together outside the house is just beginning.

Host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu was in top form, stirring up conversations and tensions among the housemates.

This eviction was particularly impactful as it was the first since the housemates were unpaired, making it a tough break for the evictees’ former partners, Onyeka and Tjay.

Onyeka was visibly emotional, praying before her sister’s name was called, while Tjay was stunned, covering his face in disbelief in the Head of House chair after Ben’s exit.

The departure of Ben and Chizoba has left the house dynamics in flux. Ocee, who missed his chance to clarify his intentions in a live chat with Ebuka, now faces the challenge of navigating the game without his best friend and competitor.

There is speculation that he might form a new alliance with Handi, given the younger twin’s recent strong performances.

The eviction night also saw tensions rise between other housemates. The relationship between Shaun and Wanni was put to the test when Ebuka asked Shaun about their status.

Shaun’s ambiguous response—saying he is not “officially” Wanni’s boyfriend but is fine with her calling herself his girlfriend—left Wanni visibly affectionate, celebrating his safety with kisses.

This was a shift from her previous frustration over Shaun’s lukewarm reaction to her nomination save.

Onyeka found herself under the spotlight as Ebuka questioned her about Kassia’s suspicion that her closeness to the twins was a strategic move.

Onyeka struggled to provide a clear explanation, citing instances where she suggested being overly involved in everyone’s business was part of her game plan.

With her sister now evicted, it remains to be seen how Onyeka will address these concerns and whether she will openly confront the issue or adopt a different strategy.

Despite Ben’s belief that Chizoba would make it to the end, the couple is now reunited and gearing up for media rounds.

Housemates Nelly and Topher anticipate that their post-eviction journey will be highly entertaining for the audience.

Big Brother Naija No Loose Guard continues to air live on 24-hour channels 198 on DStv and 49 on GOtv.