Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Doyin David, has openly declared her decision to never participate in any Nigerian reality show again.
Her revelation has sparked a wave of conversation online, especially among fans and aspiring reality stars.
This personal decision, according to Doyin, stems from the emotional impact the experience had on her mental health.
In a recent interview with Trendupp Africa, the reality star shared how her time in the BBNaija house affected her deeply.
Doyin explained that the entire journey was far from what she had expected, describing it as “mad” and “very, very crazy.”
“My experience being on a reality show was mad. Very very crazy experience. I will never do it again in my life, not for any amount. Except it is a show outside the country,” she stated clearly.
Doyin didn’t just stop at talking about her mental health; she also shed light on how her personality was misrepresented on screen.
She accused the BBNaija production team of editing her footage to fit a particular story.
This, she said, gave viewers a version of her that was far from the truth.
“They portray you the way they want to. They have given everybody an impression of you that are not really true,” she said.
The media personality pointed out that many viewers judge reality TV stars based on what they see, which is often edited and presented with a particular bias.
Doyin believes this unfair judgment can have serious mental health consequences.
“A lot of people think some things about my personality, that is not really who I’m at all. But Nigerians are too judgmental, so I’m not blessing them with my presence ever again,” she added.
Meanwhile, her bold statements have stirred conversations on social media.
Some users have praised her for speaking up about the pressures of reality TV.
Others, however, feel she should have expected such challenges before joining the show.
Nevertheless, Doyin’s experience has become a wake-up call for many young Nigerians who view reality shows as the quickest route to fame.
While fame may seem glamorous, Doyin’s story highlights the need to prepare emotionally and mentally before stepping into the spotlight.
