Reality TV shows like BBNaija are the vibe of the moment and a lot of young people look at it as the jackpot out of poverty. It’s like a blank cheque to become a superstar overnight, and all you have to do is stay with some humans for a couple of months. Don’t assume it’s a walkover though. If you intend to be a part of the next reality TV show in the country and have your own army of fans, here’s a quick guide to take note of:
- Be mysterious:
You can’t go into a show like Big Brother without being mysterious. You have to make people wonder if you fought alongside Afghanistan soldiers or whether you’re a lost prince from an island in Europe. Don’t leave too many clues and make people try to figure out your plans.
2. Be controversial
You can’t go into a huge show without being controversial. Be their best friend today and become the villain tomorrow. That way, you would be gaining fans across the spectrum of the Nigerian mentality. Nigerians like plenty of drama, feed their appetite and you’re guaranteed votes.
3. Be nice
You have to have those moments that make people say things like “He has such a big heart”, and “she’s the nicest person after mother Teresa”. Offer to take care of the homeless and say the nicest thing unprovoked. It sells very fast. Nigerians also like nice people, be nice and they’d carry you on their head like agege bread.
4. Try to be fine
All these won’t work if you’re on the spectrum of being more than a little ugly. If the mirror tells you that you’re not really pleasing to the eyes, then you need to do something about your charm. Package yourself and become the fashion icon that makes people forget about your Shrek appearance for a minute.
5. Be in love
Now, this is the ultimate move: Fall in love. Don’t do it pitifully. Do it with so much passion that even Jack and Rose from The Titanic would wish you were their lover. Devote yourself to your chosen love and make them become your soulmate. Be the goal standard for a living relationship and watch how shippers would fall over themselves to get you media engagements
