Uti Nwachukwu, an actor, says reality TV shows like Big Brother Naija help accelerate whatever dreams and aspirations one has.
The former winner of Big Brother Africa stated this in an interview with Punch.
The Media personality also noted that the influx of youths willing to partake in reality TV shows like BBNaija is as a result of failed system in the country.
He said, “Big Brother Naija is one of the most credible platforms to speed up whatever dreams and aspirations one has. It is also a reflection of a failed system because if there were other opportunities available, I don’t think there would be this massive influx of youths trying to partake in the show.
“BBNaija is a platform that takes one from nothing to something in just three months. It also depends on if the contestant has an existing plan. Kudos to people that maximise the platform like me. I had a dream and I knew that it was the best and easiest way for me. It is good but sad in the sense that it seems like one of the best ways to actualise one’s dreams in Nigeria.
“However, no one should be desperate to a point that one would be willing to do anything to get into the reality show. Desperation has never birthed anything useful. It usually leads to self-destruction. I tell people that the platform is credible. If not, it would have lost its appeal.
“My advice to people is for them to audition properly. If the slot is for you, you would get it. Based on my experience the show is not a function of connection or nepotism.”