By Aramide Okunboh
Former Big Brother Naija winner Phyna has sparked reactions online after opening up about her financial struggles and family pressures following her time on the reality show.
The reality TV star became emotional during a recent livestream where she revealed that she spent a significant part of her prize money assisting family members and handling financial responsibilities.
According to Phyna, one of her biggest regrets was prioritising family needs over investments after leaving the Big Brother house. She explained that while she believed she was helping those around her, no one guided her on managing or preserving the money.
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She also claimed that tensions began after she started saying “no” to financial requests, adding that relationships within the family became strained.
The comments generated reactions online, with some users sympathising with her situation and describing fame-related pressure as a hidden struggle many public figures face. Others argued that celebrity success often comes with expectations from family and close associates.
Phyna’s comments have also reopened conversations about life after reality television and the financial realities that sometimes follow public success.
