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Binge-Worthy Series Coming to Showmax This January!

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Showmax is turning up the heat with an electrifying lineup of top-tier series to kickstart your 2025 binge-watching goals. From the return of The Real Housewives of Lagos for a third season, brimming with drama, glamour, and bold personalities, to the Gen Z-world in Under the Influence, and international hits like The Day of the Jackal and Yellowstone, there’s no better way to ease into the new year than with Showmax’s must-watch lineup.THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF LAGOS S3 | FROM 13 JANUARY 2025The Real Housewives of Lagos returns to Showmax this January for an extravagant third season filled with drama, glamour, and bold personalities.Fan favorites Laura Ikeji Kanu, Mariam Timmer, and Carolyna Hutchings are back, joined by newcomers Dabota Lawson, a celebrated beauty entrepreneur; Adeola “Diadem” Adeyemi, a beauty mogul and influencer; and Sophia Momodu, a media personality and humanitarian.This season promises even more excitement as these dynamic women light up the screen with their unique flair and captivating stories. Watch The Real Housewives of Lagos S3 from Monday, 13 January on ShowmaxSeasons 1 and 2 are available to stream hereUNDER THE INFLUENCE | FROM 24 JANUARYWritten and directed by Wande Thomas, alongside a talented team of writers, this Gen Z-focused series explores the chaotic, viral life of Dami, a young graduate navigating Lagos as a newcomer.Dami, a third-class university graduate, accidentally becomes a social media sensation after posting a rant about his overbearing millennial brother. Overnight, he is thrust into the celebrity lifestyle, exposing him to its glamorous yet deceptive underbelly. Forced to navigate a world of lights, cameras, and deception, Dami’s journey is as unpredictable as it is compelling.Watch the trailer here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZFBXDsUq_ICHETA M S2| STREAM NOWThe series continues the love story of Adanna (Oluchi Amajuoyi) and Nnanna (Kingsley Nwachukwu), whose bond is challenged by the conflict between the kingdoms of Mgberi, ruled by the tyrannical King Jideofor (Kalu Ikeagwu), and Ajaani, led by the cunning Nze Ezeugo (Nonso Odogwu).Their love faces opposition from the spiritual shaman Ojigijaga (Jsmile Uhuru) and a web of envy, desire, and political intrigue.Watch the trailer here https://youtu.be/wm_we1pYuY4The award-winning drama Wura continues in January with new episodes, promising riveting plotlines. Viewers will be plunged into the gripping world of Wura, where power, betrayal, and dark secrets collide in the most exciting series finale. Also in January, customers can stream new episodes of the compelling drama series, Princess on the Hill every Thursday. Lovers of international movie series are in for a treat with these exciting new additions to Showmax.THE DAY OF THE JACKAL | MONDAYS FROM 13 JANUARYThe biggest Sky Original ever, The Day of the Jackal reimagines Frederick Forsyth’s classic novel in a modern-day setting.Oscar winner Eddie Redmayne stars as the enigmatic assassin, with Lashana Lynch as Bianca, the determined British intelligence officer on his trail.With an 85% critics’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a second season already confirmed, this exhilarating series is hailed by Variety as “a breathless adventure until the very end.”Watch the trailer here https://youtu.be/EUb_04MdnMIPOWER BOOK II: GHOST S4 | BINGE FROM 17 JANUARYThe critically acclaimed Power spin-off, Ghost, follows Tariq St. Patrick (Michael Rainey Jr.) as he navigates the criminal underworld to protect his loved ones. This fourth and final season, featuring Michael Ealy as Detective Don Carter, became Starz’s most-watched show, averaging 10.5 million viewers and breaking records among Black households in the USA.Ghost won 13 awards, including the 2024 Impact Award from the African American Film Critics Association, multiple NAACP Image Awards, and accolades for directing and editing. The Power universe has captivated viewers, amassing over 1.6 billion hours of watch time.Watch the trailer here https://youtu.be/unG-YSP1Xj8YELLOWSTONE S5 PART B | BINGE FROM 17 JANUARYHailed as “the biggest hit on cable TV” by The Hollywood Reporter, Yellowstone follows a Montana ranching family fiercely defending their land from enemies, Indigenous communities, and ambitious developers.Co-created by Oscar nominee Taylor Sheridan, the neo-Western boasts an 8.7/10 IMDb rating. The franchise has inspired acclaimed spinoffs like 1923, starring Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren, also available on Showmax.Watch the trailer here https://youtu.be/3tZ7AEoC8zkCustomers can now stream Law & Order Season 23, which delves into a campus murder while tackling the complex issue of free speech versus hate speech at a university.Found Season 2 and Laid Season 1 will be available to stream starting from 10 January and 17 January respectively. Additional series coming to Showmax this January include The Sx Lives of College Girls Season 3 and Transplant, both available to stream from Monday, 27 January.Visit www.showmax.com/ng or download the Showmax app to register and subscribe today for as low as N1,600 for mobile.

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Dividends: A Must-Watch Series on Africa Magic

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A new kind of story is unfolding on Africa Magic Showcase, and it’s one that feels all too familiar. 
Dividends, a gripping Nigerian dramedy, dives into the emotional and financial fallout of a failed Ponzi scheme, placing everyday realities at the centre of its storytelling.
Premiered on March 30, 2026, Dividends airs Mondays to Wednesdays at 8:30 PM WAT on Africa Magic Showcase (GOtv Channel 8), and is also available for streaming on DStv and GOtv Stream, making it easily accessible for viewers to follow every twist as it unfolds.
At the heart of the series is “The Golden Bars,” a too-good-to-be-true investment scheme that ultimately collapses, leaving devastation in its wake. What follows is a layered narrative that tracks the lives of three strangers brought together by shared loss of money, stability, and, in many ways, identity.
Through its characters, Dividends explores themes that resonate deeply within the Nigerian context: the lure of quick wealth, the pressure to succeed, and the quiet resilience required to rebuild when everything falls apart. It’s a story that doesn’t just entertain, it reflects.
Leading the story is Riyo David as Isa, alongside a dynamic cast including Ronnie Dikko, Omattuteejames, Cassiee_jae, Floydigbo, and Koko_ashley, each bringing depth to a narrative shaped by ambition, desperation, and consequence.
Blending drama, suspense, and social commentary, Dividends sparks conversation. As the series unfolds, viewers can expect to be drawn into a world where choices carry weight, and every decision has a ripple effect.
For audiences looking for something both engaging and thought-provoking, Dividends fast becoming one to watch.To upgrade, subscribe, or reconnect, download the MyGOtv App or dial *288#. For catch-up and on-the-go viewing, download the GOtv Stream App and enjoy your favourite shows anytime, anywhere. 

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How to Vote in AMVCA 12: Step-by-Step Guide for Fans Across Africa

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fans across Africa have a powerful role to play, deciding who takes home some of the biggest awards of the night.

With 11 out of 32 categories open to public voting, this is your chance to support your favourite actors, filmmakers, and content creators.

Voting officially opened on March 29, 2026, and runs until April 26, 2026, ahead of the awards ceremony on May 9, 2026.

Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to help you cast your votes.

Step 1: Visit the Official Voting Platforms

Go to the official Africa Magic voting platform via: The Africa Magic website: www.africamagic.tv/amvca and the MyDStv or MyGOtv mobile app.

Once there, click on the “Vote” section to begin.

Step 2: Register an Account

If you’re a first-time user, create an account by providing:

  • Full name
  • Year of birth
  • Gender
  • Country/location
  • Mobile number (in international format)
  • Password

You’ll receive a verification code (OTP) via SMS or WhatsApp. Enter it to activate your account.

And if you’re already registered? Simply log in.

Step 3: Log In

Use your:

Registered mobile number

Password

Step 4: Choose Your Favourite Nominees

Browse through the voting categories and select your preferred nominees.

Public voting categories include:

  • Best Digital Content Creator
  • Best Short Film
  • Best Scripted M-Net Original
  • Best Unscripted M-Net Original
  • Best Indigenous M-Net Original
  • Best Indigenous Language Film (West, East, South, North & Central Africa)
  • Best Movie
  • Step 5: Allocate Your Votes

You can cast up to 100 votes per platform.

Distribute your votes across multiple nominees or go all-in on your top favourites, it’s your call.

Step 6: Submit Your Vote

Click “Vote” to submit, and your votes will be counted immediately.

Important Things to Remember

  • Voting is free (data charges may apply)
  • Only selected categories are open to public voting
  • Voting closes on April 26, 2026
  • Late votes will not be counted

The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards is more than just an awards show, it’s a celebration of African storytelling shaped by both industry experts and fans like you.

So don’t just watch, vote, support your favourites, and be part of the moment.

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Press Play on Nostalgia: Papa Ajasco, Superstory and More Return on GOtv

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There was a time when Sunday evenings meant one thing: everyone gathered in the living room, eyes glued to the TV, waiting for Superstory to begin. It wasn’t just another show, it was a ritual. Phones were put aside, dinner was timed perfectly, and conversations paused the moment that familiar theme song came on. For many families, it became a tradition, a shared experience that brought laughter, suspense, and lessons that lingered long after the credits rolled.That same feeling, that warm wave of nostalgia, is exactly what WAP TV is keeping alive.With a lineup of timeless classics like Superstory, Akpan and Oduma, Ikebe Super, Papa Ajasco and Company, and Turtle Taido Game Show, the channel isn’t just airing old content, it’s reopening a window into moments that defined childhood for so many Nigerians. These are the shows that shaped humour, created inside jokes, and introduced characters that felt like extended family.Papa Ajasco and Company gave us exaggerated comedy that somehow always reflected real-life situations, while Akpan and Oduma delivered a unique blend of streetwise humour and unforgettable chemistry. Ikebe Super pushed boundaries with its bold, comedic storytelling, and Turtle Taido Game Show brought a playful, competitive energy that had everyone shouting answers from their seats at home.But beyond the laughter, what makes these shows special is the feeling they carry. Watching them again isn’t just entertainment, it’s memory. It’s being transported back to simpler times, when the biggest decision was where to sit in the living room and who controlled the remote.In a world where content moves fast and trends change even faster, there’s something comforting about returning to the stories that once brought everyone together. WAP TV understands that nostalgia isn’t just about the past, it’s about connection. And by bringing these classics back to our screens, they’re giving a new generation a chance to experience that same magic, while reminding others of where it all started.To catch up with all these shows and more, tune in to WAP TV on GOtv Channel 129, where the memories live on and the laughter never really leaves.To subscribe, upgrade, or reconnect, download the MyGOtv App or dial *288#. For catch-up and on-the-go viewing, download the GOtv Stream App and watch your favourite shows anytime, anywhere.

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