Hey Superstars! The weekend is here! If you’ve got activities planned out already for the weekend, we are here to add more fun things to your list. If you have nothing planned, let us be your planner!
Guess what idea we’re selling you for the weekend? Nigerian Web series!! Yes!!
We know how hectic and even boring feature films can get. From long viewing hours to lengthy storylines that even get you confused, to many other reasons. This is one of the many reasons you should try web series this weekend! It’s one journey you’ll be glad you took.
Most movie makers are struggling to get their movies on distribution platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc. With this increasing difficulty, they have resorted to video-sharing platforms like YouTube. This platform houses these gems we are about to reveal to you.
From family dramas to romantic comedies, the Nigerian web series paradise is a sight to behold.
To make your weekend special, we have made a list of our top 5 Nigerian web series that is a must-watch. Check them out below:
5. Best Friends in the World
High school drama lovers get in here!! Produced by Neptune3 Studios, this web series centers around high school students and the struggles they face, the dynamics of friendship, family relationships, growing up as an adolescent, and love. Starring Jeiel Damina(Olive), Emmanuel Essiet(Adam), Inemesit Essien(Esther), and others, Best Friends in the World ticked all our boxes and deserves to be on this list.
4. Papa Benji
Number 4 on the list is Papa Benji. This comedy series is a joy giver and one you should add to your watch list this weekend! Created and written by ace comedian Bright Okpocha (Basketmouth), the series centers around Papa Benji, a pepper soup joint owner, and everyone surrounding him.
Starring comedians Basketmouth, Buchi, Senator, Nedu, Broda Shaggi, Ekwutosi, and others, your jaw would hurt from too much laughter when you get on the Papa Benji train.
3. Assistant Madams
Number 3 on the list is Red TV’s Assistant Madams. This classic resonates more with our boss ladies’ superstars. It follows the life of three audacious and beautiful women; Cee-C Nwadiora, Dillish Mathews, and Salma Mumin, who want the best kind of luxury and beauty life can offer. With a star-studded cast including Timini Egbuson, Osas Ighodaro, Joselyn Dumas, and others, this is a web series you want to sit tight, grab a bucket of popcorn, and binge-watch this weekend!
2. Skinny Girl in Transit(SGIT)
Number 2 on our list is the evergreen Romantic Comedy Skinny Girl in Transit, also known as SGIT by its huge fanbase.
Created by Ndani TV, Skinny Girl in Transit tells the story of radio presenter Tiwa(Abimbola Craig) and how she navigates work, family, relationships, insecurities, body positivity, and a host of other day-to-day activities. Starring Ayoola Ayolola(Mide), Ngozi Nwosu(Mama Tiwa), Sharon Ooja(Shalewa), Bisola Aiyeola(Didi), Beverly Naya(Derin), and others. Oh, here’s a tiny spoiler; look out for Woli (Woli Arole) and hold onto your stomach while you do so. Enjoy!!
1. The Men’s Club(TMC)
The gents have this one! Topping our list is The Men’s Club. Created and directed by Tola Odunsi, its first episode aired in October 2018 on RedTV’s YouTube channel.
Starring Ayoola Ayolola(Aminu), Baaj Adebule(Louis), Efa Iwara(Tayo), Daniel Etim-Effiong(Lanre), and others, the series revolves around four main male characters and how they navigate life with their partners, family, work and relationships.
The Men’s Club won the Gage Award for Best Web Series of 2020.
That’s it, Superstars! We’ve just put you on. Take a seat, grab your popcorn, enjoy these gems, and get back to us with your reviews!
Happy weekend!!