Ikenna Ekwonna: Who is the Love Island 2022 contestant and how old is he?

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Tuesday 07 June 2022 20:16 BST

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Love Island 2022 is almost here, with the latest run of the ITV2 series set to return next week.

The reality show is set to welcome a new crop of contestants who are hoping to find romance in the Spanish villa.

One such person is 23-year-old senior Ikenna Ekwonna, who works in pharmaceutical sales in Nottingham.

Ikenna said he is hoping to find a new relationship during his appearance on the show, stating: "I’ve only been in one past relationship but now I think I’m at the age where I could find someone.

The contestant said he will bring "spontaneity and excitement" to the show, adding: "I’m not really shy to speak to people and I don’t really care too much about what people think.”