BBNaija star Avala announces pregnancy with husband

Saidat Balogun, popularly known as Avala, a former Big Brother Naija housemate, has announced that she and her husband, Fawazzy, are expecting their first child.

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Avala shared the pregnancy news on her birthday through a series of maternity photographs and a video from a shoot featuring herself and her husband.

The announcement marked a special moment for the reality star, who received an outpouring of congratulatory messages from former Big Brother Naija housemates, friends and fans.

Among those who celebrated the couple were Mercy Eke, Diane Russet, Uriel Oputa, Neo Akpofure, IK Onyema, Elozonam, Kayvee, Vandora, Thelma, Tuoyo and Lucy Edet.

“Congratulations,” Neo Akpofure wrote in response to the announcement.

Mercy Eke also congratulated Avala, while Uriel sent birthday wishes and blessings to the expectant mother.

The pregnancy announcement adds a new chapter to Avala’s journey since she appeared on Big Brother Naija Season 4, where she became known to viewers as one of the housemates on the reality television show.

Avala has largely maintained a relatively private profile around her personal life, making the public announcement particularly significant for fans who have followed her journey since her time on the show.

The maternity shoot captured Avala and Fawazzy as they celebrated the pregnancy, with the couple appearing to embrace the new stage of their lives together.

The announcement also coincided with Avala’s birthday, giving her followers two reasons to celebrate with her.

Former housemates responded warmly across social media, with several describing the news as a blessing and sending their best wishes to the couple.

The couple have not publicly disclosed the expected due date or other details about the pregnancy.

For Avala, the announcement represents a joyful personal milestone, arriving years after her appearance on the reality show that introduced her to a wider Nigerian audience.

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Fans have continued to share their congratulations as the former BBNaija housemate begins preparations for motherhood.