Sheba Faith gets candid in this exclusive: the struggle fans never saw, 70 days away from her son, and her big plans after BBNaija Season 11.
Sheba Faith Gamde is a broadcaster, fitness enthusiast, farmer and proud mum who captured national attention as the second runner-up of BBNaija Season 11, Show Ya Sef. From the airwaves of Cool FM Abuja to the Big Brother Naija house, she is a woman with many sides, and she is only just getting started.
Beyond the cameras, the conversations and the newfound fame, Sheba Faith is driven by purpose and determined to build a life that reaches far beyond reality television. Whether she is behind the microphone hosting The Night Cruise, building her fitness brand Fit Is Lit, growing her farm or raising her son, she believes in showing up, putting in the work and staying true to herself.
In this Red Edit Magazine exclusive interview, Sheba Faith opens up about the woman behind the public image, her Tarok roots, the realities of motherhood, finding strength through fitness, life after BBNaija and her ambitions for the future.
Her story is one of resilience, self-discovery and a determination to keep growing. And if there is one thing she wants the world to know, it is this: the spotlight may have introduced you to Sheba, but her story is far from over.
1. Who Is Sheba Faith Beyond the Spotlight?
Question: Who was Faith Gamde before Big Brother Naija, and what is something people still don’t know about you?
Long before Big Brother Naija, I was already building a life I loved. I’m an on-air personality at Cool FM Abuja, where I host The Night Cruise. When I’m not on the mic, I’m probably working out four times a week, no excuses. I’m also a proper lover of life: drinks with friends, night rides, brunch, art exhibitions. The simple things.
But above everything, I’m a mum. What people may not know is how much I treasure the quiet moments away from the spotlight, just being present with my son. I believe in chasing your ambitions, enjoying your life and showing up for the people who matter most. BBNaija is a new chapter, but my story started long before the cameras. I’m a woman with passions, purpose and many sides.
2. Sheba Faith on Life After BBNaija
Question: What has been the biggest change in your life since leaving BBNaija, and how has the experience changed you?
The visibility, hands down. Suddenly, there are more doors open, more chances to show what I can do, share what I love, and grow personally and professionally.
It has also made me more self-aware. I think harder now about my actions, my interactions and how I carry myself. The biggest adjustment? Less alone time. I really value my personal space, so I’m learning to be accessible to people without losing time for myself.
BBNaija has stretched me in ways I didn’t expect. I’m still Faith, just growing, learning and discovering new sides of myself.
3. The Woman of Many Hats: Broadcasting, Fitness, Farming and Motherhood
Question: You’re involved in broadcasting, fitness, farming and motherhood. What motivates you to do so many things, and how do you balance them?
Love, really. I love what I do, and I find real fulfilment in turning my passions into something meaningful and professional. Broadcasting connects me to people. Fitness keeps me disciplined. Farming lets me build something that lasts. And motherhood keeps me grounded in what truly matters.
As for balance, it comes down to time management and knowing what to prioritise. I’ve learnt that I can’t give everything equal attention at every moment, so I focus on whatever needs me most right now.
It isn’t always easy, but I believe you can chase many passions without losing yourself. For me, it’s about growing, creating opportunities and giving each part of my life what it deserves.
4. Ambition Without Apology: Sheba Faith’s Work Ethic
Question: You’ve said that minimum effort cannot bring maximum results. What inspired this mindset, and have you ever felt like giving up?
I believe the effort we put into anything matters. When I said minimum effort can’t bring maximum results, I was speaking to my generation. Everyone wants results, and that’s understandable, but we have to be willing to do the work those results demand. Maximum effort doesn’t guarantee instant success, but it gives you a better chance, and it makes you a better version of yourself along the way.
Have I felt like giving up? Of course. I’m human. Sometimes the journey gets overwhelming, things move slower than you hoped, and you wonder if it’s all worth it. Ambition doesn’t mean you never get tired. It means you learn to move through those moments without losing sight of what you want.
When I’m there, I remind myself who I am, where I’m going and why I can’t afford to give up on myself. I think about my goals and the woman I’m becoming, and I take it one step at a time.
I want my journey to show that success isn’t just talent or potential. It’s showing up, putting in the work and staying committed to your vision. I don’t have it all figured out, but I know giving up on myself is not the answer.
5. The Tarok Identity: How Plateau State Shaped Sheba Faith
Question: How has your Tarok heritage and upbringing in Plateau State shaped the woman you are today?
Being in Tarok and growing up in Plateau State shaped me deeply. We are resilient, welcoming, and hard-working people, and I see all three in myself.
Resilience taught me to keep going when things get hard and not to let challenges set my limits. The warmth of my people shaped how I connect with others, whether I’m behind the microphone or meeting someone new. I value genuine connection, and I try to treat everyone with openness. And the hardworking spirit? It’s in everything I do, from broadcasting to fitness to farming to motherhood. If something is worth doing, it’s worth giving your best.
My Tarok identity is my foundation. It reminds me where I come from and who I want to keep becoming. I’m proud of my roots because they gave me strength, openness and determination, and I intend to keep growing while staying true to myself.
6. Motherhood and the Hustle
Question: How do you balance motherhood with your career and personal goals? What has being a mother taught you?
Honestly? I can’t say I’ve mastered it. Sometimes one thing takes precedence over another, and being away from my son for over 70 days was not easy. I’m still finding my way, and I’m learning that balance doesn’t mean giving everything equal attention.
Motherhood has taught me tolerance, patience and, most importantly, grace for other people. It has made me more compassionate and reminded me that everyone is fighting battles we know nothing about.
I’m learning that I can be a present mother and still pursue my dreams. I don’t have it all figured out, but I’m committed to growing, showing up for my son and giving myself grace along the way.
7. Building Fit Is Lit: Sheba Faith’s Fitness Brand
Question: What inspired you to start Fit Is Lit, and what do you hope to achieve with the brand?
Fit Is Lit comes from my own relationship with fitness. For me, it has never been just physical. It’s tied to my mental and emotional well-being. Fitness helped me find my way out of a dark place, rebuild my confidence and reconnect with myself. It reminded me of my strength, and I wanted to help other people feel that same transformation.
I want people to know fitness isn’t only about losing weight or looking a certain way. It’s about how you feel, the confidence you build, the discipline you develop and the relationship you have with your body. Taking care of yourself is an act of self-love.
My biggest vision is a community of strong, confident people who genuinely love their bodies, especially women. I want Fit Is Lit to be a space where women are encouraged, not judged, where they can celebrate progress without comparing themselves to anyone, and where every body is treated as worthy of care and respect.
Ultimately, I want it to be bigger than a fitness brand: a lifestyle, a mindset, a community built on strength, self-love and growth. Fitness can change more than your body. It can change how you see yourself and how you show up in the world.
8. From Broadcasting to Agriculture
Question: What sparked your interest in farming, and what are your long-term plans for that business?
Farming is in my blood. It goes back generations in my family. My parents are in it, and I grew up around it. So, for me, it’s not just a business opportunity. It’s heritage.
As I’ve grown, I’ve appreciated even more how vital agriculture is. Food is a basic human need, and farming drives food security, jobs and economic development. I see enormous potential in the sector, and I want to help unlock it.
My long-term vision is to grow my farm into a large-scale operation: sustainable, profitable and impactful. I want to create employment, support livelihoods and contribute to the wider agricultural value chain. Most of all, I want to honour the legacy my family handed down while taking it to the next level.
9. Fame, Money and Opportunity After Big Brother Naija
Question: How are you turning your BBNaija fame into business opportunities, and what do you look for before working with a brand?
I see BBNaija as a chance to build beyond the fame. The platform has given me a wider audience, and I want to be intentional about how I use it. It’s not about being popular. It’s about turning visibility into something sustainable.
I already have businesses and interests I’m passionate about, particularly Fit Is Lit and agriculture, so I’m looking at how this new chapter can help me grow them, form meaningful partnerships and explore opportunities in broadcasting, fitness and beyond.
When it comes to brands, I look for alignment. I want to work with brands whose values resonate with mine and whose products I can genuinely connect with. Authenticity matters because I want the people who follow my journey to trust me. I also look for a relationship that works both ways, where I bring real value to the brand while building something meaningful for myself.
10. Confidence and Vulnerability
Question: People see you as bold and confident. What’s one personal struggle you’ve faced that might surprise them?
Confidence doesn’t mean I’ve never struggled. There was a time I was in a dark place, and fitness is what helped me find my way out. It rebuilt my confidence and helped me reconnect with myself. That’s why Fit Is Lit means so much to me.
Even now, I don’t have it all figured out. Being away from my son for over 70 days was not easy, and there are days I feel overwhelmed or wonder if all the effort is worth it. I’m human. I get tired and discouraged like everyone else. I’ve just learnt to remind myself who I am, where I’m going and why I can’t give up on myself.
11. The Cost of Being Public
Question: How do you deal with criticism and public opinions, and what has being on BBNaija taught you about people?
Being in the public eye has made me more self-aware. I think about my actions, my interactions and how I carry myself. I know I can’t control what people think or say, so I try to stay grounded in who I am and where I’m going.
It has also taught me what I already believed: everyone is fighting battles we know nothing about. That’s why I try to give people grace, even when they haven’t given it to me. I value genuine connection, and I’d rather be authentic and open than try to please everyone.
12. What’s Next for Sheba Faith? The Legacy Beyond the Moment
Question: Where do you see yourself in the next five to ten years, and what legacy do you want to leave for your child and other women?
Fame can open doors, but it won’t keep them open. What does that is the work you put in and the relationships you build. I want a career and businesses that will outlast the excitement of the show, and all I will say for now is WATCH OUT FOR SHEBA!
Final Thoughts
From radio host to reality TV star, fitness advocate, farmer and mother, Sheba Faith Gamde is proof that one woman can wear many hats without losing herself. BBNaija Season 11 may have introduced her to millions of Nigerians, but with Fit Is Lit, her agricultural ambitions and her voice on Cool FM Abuja, Sheba Faith is building a legacy that will last long after the show.
