Kellyrae, the winner of BBNaija Season 8, addresses critics questioning his N100 million win, calling them “not wise” and defending his position.

Kellyrae, the winner of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 8, has responded to ongoing criticisms from some participants and fans who argue that he did not deserve to win the N100 million grand prize.

In a candid conversation on a recent podcast hosted by his fellow BBNaija housemate, Adekunle Olopade, Kellyrae addressed the accusations that he did not contribute enough during the show to justify his victory.

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He firmly rejected the claims, stating that those who continue to assert he didn’t earn his win were simply “not wise.” Kellyrae also stressed that personal disagreements or bad terms with someone should not be used as a basis to undermine their achievements.

“I’ve heard the comments and I just think that anyone who insists I didn’t deserve to win is not wise,” Kellyrae stated on the podcast. “Being on bad terms with someone or not liking them doesn’t make their success any less valid.”

The debate surrounding Kellyrae’s win gained traction after fellow BBNaija participants, including Shaun, publicly expressed the opinion that Kellyrae’s contribution to the show was minimal.

However, Kellyrae’s response highlighted his belief that his success was based on his overall performance and connection with the audience, not on the opinions of a few critics.

Kellyrae’s win has sparked significant discussion within the BBNaija fanbase, but the reality star remains steadfast in defending his position, pointing out that viewers ultimately voted for him, reinforcing the legitimacy of his triumph.