Clear enough are his actions and words in the Big Brother house, though Ozee may not say it. The bond between them is deeper now, Onyeka and viewers would agree, even as Ozee seemed to back down, not wanting to risk losing friends once they get out of the Big Brother house. He also seemed to be concerned about life after the Big Brother bubble.

On Onyeka’s 28th birthday, Big Brother sent in gifts to make the day special. When all the housemates were gathered around her to celebrate, the time for birthday messages arrived. This was Ozee’s time to speak, and with much emotion and great choice of words, he got everyone’s attention.

Ozee commended Onyeka for her good looks, intelligence, hard work, and talent in such a manner that showed how well he knew her, admired every feature of her being. Without directly telling her that he loves her, his speech sounded weightier, an assurance indirect of his affection for Onyeka, though he is not ready yet to say it bluntly.

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Then, of course, there are fans who point to the chemistry between them, but many speculate Ozee is so reluctant because it’s all a defense mechanism against the complexities that await him outside.

In any case, his birthday message made sure there wasn’t any shred of a doubt in Onyeka’s heart about some special feelings he had for her. All eyes now lie on Ozee to see whether he will actually act upon these feelings before the Big Brother journey comes to an end.