Sultana Takes Interim Head of House in Week Six — A Twist in Big Brother Naija Season 10

Big Brother Naija’s tenth season has a way of twisting things up just when you think you’ve got the rhythm — and this week is no different. After the live eviction on Sunday night, the house was called back to the arena for an unexpected Head of House (HoH) showdown. When the dust settled, Sultana walked away as the interim HoH for week six. It felt a little sudden, honestly. But that’s part of the show’s charm: sudden turns, quick comebacks, and those brief moments when someone quietly steps into the spotlight.

Sultana won a three-stage challenge to claim the title. It wasn’t a long, drawn-out drama; she simply outperformed the others across the stages and took the crown. She’ll be defending that position again in a special Head of House challenger battle scheduled for later today, so this might be a short-lived reign — or it might be the start of something more. I’m inclined to think it’s the former, but you never really know with BBNaija. The show likes to surprise us.

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A quick aside: Joanna didn’t have the best night. After wrapping up the challenge with the weakest showing, she was given the label “house snail” for the week. It’s a small designation, but within the Big Brother ecosystem even small labels change how people are seen and treated. “House snail” sounds kind of playful, yet it also carries a sting, depending on who’s listening and how they take it. I noticed a few housemates quietly shifting their stance toward Joanna afterwards — not dramatic, but there.

Why this matters — and why I’m paying attention

Being HoH in BBNaija isn’t just about a sash or a title. It gives you influence, access, and a moment where you are looked to for decisions. You make small choices that echo through the week: nominations, privileges, and who gets more of the camera’s attention. An interim HoH is slightly different — the role is temporary, often more vulnerable, and sometimes more political. People might see Sultana as a stop-gap, someone they can pressure or charm before the real power rotation happens again.

I’ve watched a few seasons now, and I can’t help but notice how the HoH title changes dynamics overnight. Allies get closer. Rivals get sullen. Food-sharing patterns shift. It’s the mental game as much as it is the physical one. Sultana’s victory might mean she’s got a subtle edge over those who underestimated her — or it could paint a target on her back. Either way, I’d expect the house to pivot, even if only slightly.

The “special challenger battle” — what to watch for

The show announced a special Head of House challenger battle for later in the day. That’s interesting because it gives other housemates a formal chance to challenge Sultana. Sometimes these battles are skill-focused, sometimes they’re endurance tests, and sometimes they’re puzzles or memory games. The format changes things. If it’s endurance, physical stamina matters. If it’s about puzzles, then quick thinking and calm nerves win.

I’m curious which housemates are going to step up. A few names seem likely — those who’ve shown ambition, those who’ve felt threatened, and those who simply enjoy the game. But there’s another layer: social strategy. Sometimes people decline to challenge because they’d rather not reveal too much about themselves or because they’re buying time to plan a better move. Sultana’s performance in the next round will tell us a lot about her instinct for defense and public-facing game play.

Joanna’s placement as “house snail” — small label, big ripple

I keep coming back to Joanna’s new tag, “house snail.” It sounds small, even silly, but in Big Brother every label affects micro-politics. A “snail” suggests slowness, hesitancy — traits that can be teased out or used against someone who wants to be seen as decisive. That said, this label might also make her a sympathetic figure. People often root for the underdog. If Joanna leans into it, she could turn that tag into a gentle narrative: slow but steady, underestimated but resilient.

I’d watch her interactions closely. Will she become quieter, or will she push back? Will alliances rally around her or treat her like an outsider? Those subtle reactions tell us more about the house’s mood than the flashier moments.

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A little speculation, because why not?

Okay, so here’s me thinking out loud: if Sultana holds on through the challenger battle, she’ll gain confidence and maybe the respect of a few housemates who underestimated her. If she loses the title quickly, I suspect she’ll try to spin the narrative — “I gave someone else the honor,” or “I needed to test myself.” It’s almost amusing how quickly narratives are manufactured in that environment. I also wouldn’t be surprised if the “house snail” tag becomes a temporary meme inside the show — people like labels; they reuse them until they wear out.

I do have a small personal reaction: I kind of like the unpredictability. It keeps the season lively. Maybe that’s a little biased — I enjoy watching how quickly plans adapt. And sometimes, a midway title like interim HoH brings out genuine moments of leadership that wouldn’t show up otherwise.

What to watch this week

• The challenger battle: who steps up and how Sultana performs.
• Shifts in alliances: subtle moves, eye contact changes, who suddenly sits with whom.
• Joanna’s social response: whether she leans in or retreats.

This week could be quiet, or it could be the start of a domino effect. Either way, Sultana’s brief crowning and Joanna’s new status are small sparks. We’ll see how the rest of the house reacts.