Sooj is a PR analyst from Nigeria who has a passion for fashion. He is one of the contestants in the Big Brother Naija Season 9 Reality Show.
Throughout the show, Sooj has quickly become a favorite among the housemates because of his friendly and engaging personality.
FACTS ABOUT BBNAIJA SOOJ
- FULL NAME: Samuel Chibuikem Osuji
- DATE OF BIRTH: March 18, 2000
- PLACE OF BIRTH: Lagos State
- STATE OF ORIGIN: Imo State
- NATIONALITY: Nigerian
- OCCUPATION: PR Analyst
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
Samuel Chibuikem Osuji, commonly referred to as Sooj, was born on March 18, 2000, in Lagos State, Nigeria, but he originates from Isiala Mbano in Imo State. He belongs to the Igbo ethnic group.
Sooj’s childhood was marked by exposure to diverse cultural influences. Growing up in Lagos State enriched his understanding of various cultures and fostered his openness to others.
He completed his primary and secondary education in Lagos before pursuing a degree in Mass Communication at Babcock University, where he eventually graduated.
Throughout his educational journey, Sooj was passionate about sports and made it a point to engage in various athletic activities.
Among all the sports he participated in, athletics was his favorite, serving as a source of comfort and enjoyment for him.
CAREER
After completing his studies at Babcock University, Samuel embarked on a career in media, initially leveraging social media to his advantage.
He began taking on roles that allowed him to engage actively on his social media platforms, becoming well-known for his presence online.
The positions he held helped him cultivate essential skills for success as a mass communication graduate, including effective communication, content creation, and strategic planning.
His proficiency in these areas earned him praise from his followers after he shared posts.
Building on his passion for communication, he decided to explore public relations and applied for various roles in that field. He was invited for an interview for one of the positions he applied for.
During this interview, he met his close friend, Topher. Soon after, he was offered a public relations job at the same company where Topher worked, and the two quickly formed a strong bond.
They became inseparable friends, often seen together. Sooj expressed that he was deeply saddened when he learned that he and Topher would no longer be working in the same office.
Sooj and Topher have many shared interests, particularly in music, as they are both avid fans of J. Cole. They believe J. Cole is the best rapper and can outperform any other artist. Additionally, they have a similar sense of fashion.
PERSONAL LIFE
He is not in a relationship.