Nina Reveals what she did that Got her into the Big Brother House

Former Big Brother Naija contestant, Nina Chinonso Onyenobi, has spoken up how she scaled through the BBN auditions, despite the multitudes.

According to her, she was just an ordinary girl before she got into the house. The show has however, given a boost to her confidence, she said.

On her relationship with Miracle, the English graduate said she has no regrets. They met each other at the auditions then nature took its course in the house, she said.

Excerpts from Nina’s interview with the Sun below;

Before Big Brother came along, what were you doing?

I was a student and model, I made wigs and also did make-up. I had interest in make-up and facial modeling, I was aspiring to be an actor, though I was already acting in church, I really looked forward to a Nollywood break. Back then, I remember I starred in a movie entitled, Twin Affairs where I played the role of a gold digger, it was a major role.

How did you discover your ability to act?

When you are passionate about something, things happen naturally. Acting is something I love. With love and passion you can achieve anything.

What do you think made you stand out of the crowd during the auditions?

It was because I didn’t go there with any strategy. I went there being Nina. During the audition, they saw that I was real. I later asked one of the organisers and he said that the reason why they chose me was because I was real. You see, I was open and honest on every question they asked me. They saw the honesty in my answers. I believe that’s the major reason they chose me. Back in the House too, they asked me if I had a strategy and I said ‘no, I have none’. Truth is, I didn’t even know what my life was, so I wanted to go in there and watch my life. I went there as a plain girl that anybody could read and understand.

Tell us, who is the real Nina?

I’m a very honest, open and down-to-earth person, with a very pure heart. And I don’t gossip. If you annoy me, I’d come straight and tell you. I don’t gossip. I’m just like that because that’s who I am and I can’t change. I hate gossip and I hate proud people. I don’t pretend and I’m not proud.

Did the people you met in the house intimidate you?

Yes, because they were older and very loud. They made too much noise and I don’t like noise. I am not used to loud people. I am a very calm and reserved person. They all wanted their voices to be heard, so it really held me back until they started getting evicted and Biggy’s advice and Miracle’s advice inspired me. They always advised me to be strong. At some point, I was crying a lot and even wanted to go home, but Big Brother made me strong. I noticed Big Brother liked me because of the advice he used to give me. Big Brother showed me love through his advice as a big brother.

What’s your take-away from Big Brother show and how has it built you?

I can now express myself very well regardless of where I am, regardless of who is there. In the Big Brother house, I was with celebrities, dignitaries and lots of great people that visited the house. So today, anywhere I find myself, I am able to express myself.

Was it love at first sight with Miracle?

Miracle and I met before we moved into the House. So, we were already friends. It’s just normal, mutual friendship. We met at the audition and got into the house, and before we knew it, nature ran its course. I’m not regretting anything because I found out he was true to me. It wasn’t his strategy.

What attracted you to Miracle?

Wow! He said because I was real he trusted me. He found out that I was very real. And Miracle by nature is very real and open. He doesn’t fear anybody. That was what actually attracted him to me. Miracle is someone you can confide in, and besides, he’s a man of his words. Yes, whatever he says, he does. He promised to be there for me till the finals and he was there for me.