Martins Iyeh

Martins Iyeh, popularly known as Martins, is a Nigerian creative director, visual storyteller, fashion model and reality-TV personality. He became widely known in 2026 after joining Big Brother Naija Season 11 (Show Ya Sef). He represented Kogi State and was among the first housemates introduced during the season.

Early Life and Educational background

Martins Iyeh was born on 28 July 1996 and is from Kogi State. He later based in Abuja. He attended Ahmadu Bello University.

Martins has built a career around creativity, fashion and visual storytelling. He works as a creative director and model and has been involved with fashion events, including Kaduna Fashion Week and the Kings and Queens Fashion Show. He has also trained models through Rave Models Africa.

His work as a visual storyteller reflects his interest in using fashion, photography and creative production to communicate ideas and develop brands.

Personality and Interests

Martins describes himself as someone who enjoys having fun while remaining observant of the people around him. He is particularly interested in basketball and fashion, and he identified mind-reading as a hidden talent during his BBNaija introduction. He also acknowledged that he can be emotionally open and tends to wear his feelings openly.

Big Brother Naija Journey

Martins entered the BBNaija Season 11 house in July 2026 as a 30-year-old visual storyteller, creative director and model. He said he wanted to use the platform to showcase his creativity while enjoying the experience and making his supporters proud.

His journey lasted only two weeks. On 9 August 2026, Martins was evicted alongside Ijeoma “Mercedes” Emi during the season’s first double eviction. He received 1.63% of the public votes, according to Channels Television.

Personal Life

Before entering the BBNaija house, Martins publicly described himself as being in a relationship. He also spoke about becoming more emotionally expressive and valuing his relationship.