Otega, the former BBNaija season 10 housemate, has addressed widespread speculation that his role as a cook in the house was a calculated game strategy.

The 32-year-old, who was evicted last Sunday alongside Kayinkunmi, clarified his intentions in a recent interview.

When questioned if he took on cooking duties to win favor with fellow housemates and viewers, Otega was unequivocal in his denial.

He stated that his true strategy was far simpler and more authentic: to be himself.

Otega emphasised that his behaviour in the house was a genuine reflection of his personality, shaped by life experience and a thoughtful nature.

“It was never my strategy. My strategy was never to go there and cook for anybody, it was why I was not cooking every day. My strategy was to go there and be myself,” he said.

“Myself was what you saw. I am a very blunt person. I also try as much as possible to be wise because with age and life experiences comes wisdom.

“So I was not there to go and cook. I am a chef by profession, so I do not need to cook to get approval.”

Otega also spoke about the dynamics of this year’s show, while hailing the organisers decision to have 29 housemates.

“I think it is giving a good run, the producers know what they are doing and they are doing a great job. We can see from the response we are receiving outside. It has been an amazing experience, so yes pushing the limit is the goal of the show,” he said.