Former Big Brother Naija housemate Tochukwu Okechukwu, widely known as Tochi, has offered stern advice to fellow reality TV alumni struggling financially, urging them to drop the "celebrity" entitlement and embrace real-world business opportunities.

In a candid statement posted to his social media page, the reality star addressed former contestants going through difficult times, warning that relying solely on fame from the show could lead to deeper hardship.

Tochi urged fellow alumni to pivot away from the reality star label and focus on building sustainable careers or businesses.

"If you're a Bbnaija Ex housemate and you're going through a rough time listen: pack up all that 'I am a celebrity' nonsense and lock it inside a box... come out and hustle oh, if not you go cry pass new born baby oh," Tochi wrote.

Reflecting on his personal transition since participating in the show, Tochi explained that he has shifted his mindset entirely toward entrepreneurship rather than waiting on platform fame to sustain him.

"I have even forgotten I went on that show since 2024, I see myself as a business man now... destiny differs, not everyone is destined to make it from the show.

"When people see you, let them not see you only as an Ex housemate, but also a hustler with values trying to make it... favor always meet a man in motion," he added.

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Not Everyone Is Destined To Make It From BbNaija, Come Out And Hustle— BBN Tochi Advises Ex-Housemates pic.twitter.com/Whd8Tn62sT

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