- Financial Assistance Requests: Kellyrae has received numerous requests for money after publicly announcing a ₦55 million gift to his wife.
- Frustration with Expectations: He pleaded for understanding, stating he is not wealthy and facing rising expenses.
- Prize Details: Kellyrae won ₦60 million and a car worth ₦40 million from Big Brother Naija.
- Surprise Victory: He initially believed other contestants were more favored by the audience.
Sule Kingsley, popularly known as Kellyrae, the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 9, has expressed his frustration over numerous requests for financial assistance from friends and family. In a candid interview with media personality Hero Daniels, Kellyrae revealed that following his announcement of gifting his wife, Kassia, ₦55 million from his prize money, he has been inundated with calls asking for their share.
“I have been receiving calls from people close to us asking for their own portion of my prize money,” Kellyrae shared. He urged those seeking financial favors to understand his situation, stating, “I’m not a rich man yet. The money may seem substantial, but expenses are high. Even purchasing eggs can be costly—how many crates can I buy? Please allow me some time to settle.”
Kellyrae won a total of ₦60 million and a brand new car valued at ₦40 million from the reality show. Reflecting on his unexpected victory, he admitted to newsmen that he initially believed his fellow contestants, Wanni, Handi, and Onyeka, were more popular among viewers, which made him doubt his chances of winning.