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Half-Time, Rain Time, Screen Time – Why Your June Should Belong to GOtv

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June is here, and that means two things: the rains are back, and so is the perfect excuse to get cozy indoors with premium screen time. Whether you’re a drama lover, a reality TV regular, or still recovering from football season, GOtv has your entertainment sorted.

From midweek international clashes to royal drama in Zulu land, from the return of Big Brother Naija stars stirring things up at the reunion to powerhouse vocals on Nigerian Idol, this month’s lineup isn’t just good; it’s unmissable. So whatever your screen-time vibe, here’s what GOtv has to offer:

BBNaija ‘No Loose Guard’ Reunion

The cameras are back, and so is the drama. This June, the housemates from BBNaija’s unforgettable ‘No Loose Guard’ season reunite for the ultimate spill session. Friendships will be tested, secrets will surface, and the tea? Piping hot.

With the spotlight back on, fans can expect fireworks, shade, and maybe a few heartfelt reconciliations, all served late-night, Monday to Friday. This is the kind of reality TV that defines prime time. Catch the drama through the week from 23 June at 11:00 PM on Africa Magic Showcase.

Shaka iLembe Season 2: The King Returns

The epic Zulu saga is back and bigger than ever! Shaka iLembe, one of Africa’s most-watched drama series, returns for Season 2 on June 15. The new season follows Shaka and his mother, Nandi, as they arrive at KwaNobamba, where Shaka begins his reign as king of the Zulu nation.

With its stunning visuals, gripping storytelling, and a powerhouse cast led by Nomzamo Mbatha and Senzo Radebe, Shaka iLembe is a must-watch. After bagging 12 SAFTA awards and over 3.6 million viewers in its first week alone last season, Season 2 is set to raise the bar. Tune in at 7:00 PM on Africa Magic Epic.

FIFA Club World Cup: A New Format, Bigger Stakes

For the first time ever, the FIFA Club World Cup will feature 32 teams in a format that mirrors the men’s World Cup. That means group stages, knockouts, and weeks of elite club football from every corner of the world.

Starting June 15 and running through to July 13, this tournament promises serious action as global giants battle for the title of the best club on Earth. Whether you’re rooting for Europe’s powerhouses, South America’s finest, or underdog surprises, this is football like you’ve never seen before. Watch all the action on SuperSport Football Plus.

Nigerian Idol Season 10: Voices That Captivate

From iconic performances to live eliminations serving up surprises and emotional moments, this year’s Nigerian Idol has been nothing short of electrifying. With just seven contestants left battling for the crown, anticipation is at an all-time high.

If you haven’t been watching yet, now’s the perfect time to catch up and get acquainted with the incredible talent remaining in the competition. With powerhouse performances and a panel featuring Ric Hassani, Iyanya, and Omawumi — plus surprise guest judges like DJ Sose, Waje, D’banj, and many more — the stage is set for an unforgettable finale.

Catch the show every Sunday at 7:00 PM on Africa Magic Family (GOtv Ch. 2) and Africa Magic Showcase (Ch. 12). Also available to stream on Showmax and the GOtv app.

What Will People Say? Season 1

Love, laughter, and plenty of unfiltered opinions.

Each week, a single “seeker” dives into the dating pool, with help (or interference) from a live studio audience. Guided by witty host Sika Osei, the seeker undergoes compatibility challenges, tackles emotionally charged conversations, and navigates unexpected twists on their quest for love.

Romantic, revealing, and always entertaining, this is reality TV with a fresh twist, and viewers get a front-row seat to every wild turn. Catch it every Friday at 11:00 PM on Africa Magic Showcase.

Tinsel Season 18

The drama doesn’t take a day off.

In Tinsel’s latest chapter, Freddy decides to propose to Lantana to prove he’s grown, but Sheila’s discovery of a dark secret threatens it all. On the big day, a tragic accident leaves Freddy in a coma, setting the stage for emotional fallout, shocking choices, and tangled loyalties.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or a new viewer, there’s no better time to get caught up in one of Nigeria’s most iconic soap operas. Watch every weekday at 8:00 PM on Africa Magic Family.

A Day with Samuel L. Jackson (Movie Marathon)

He’s loud, legendary, and taking over your Sunday.

TNT is serving a full day of Samuel L. Jackson’s most iconic roles, from shark-infested chaos in Deep Blue Sea, to airborne panic in Snakes on a Plane, to explosive intensity in Die Hard with a Vengeance.

If you love action, attitude, and a little cinematic mayhem, this is your ultimate movie marathon. Tune in on Sunday, 22 June, from 3:50 PM on TNT Africa.

June Just Got Sorted

If you’re bored this June, you’re not watching GOtv. From international football battles to Zulu royalty, reality show fireworks, and musical journeys, the lineup has something for everyone. The rains may be heavy, but so is the entertainment.

So, stay in, stay dry, and stay entertained because on GOtv, this is where the action lives. To enjoy all this entertainment and more, stay active on GOtv by using *288# for quick renewals, or through the MyGOtv app, and watch all your premium content on the GOtv Stream app.

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Before Season 4: The Characters Who Shaped the Rise and Fall of Wura

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Power has shifted, loyalties have been tested, and secrets are no longer buried. As Wura returns for Season 4, before the next chapter unfolds, it’s the perfect moment to revisit the characters whose ambition, secrets, and rivalries have driven the series’ gripping tale of power and consequence. Here are the characters who have shaped the story so far from Season 1 -3.

Mrs Adeleke (Wura)

The boss lady, ruthless CEO of Frontline Gold Mine and the woman at the centre of it all.

Wura built her empire on carefully buried secrets and ruthless decisions. Anyone who threatened her power in the last seasons was silenced, and every move she made was calculated to keep her throne intact.

But power built without mercy eventually demands payment. In the end, Wura’s world collapsed when she discovered the most devastating truth of all: the daughter she had killed in her quest to protect her secrets was actually her own. Faced with the weight of her actions, she pulled the trigger on herself, leaving behind a legacy of power, destruction, and unanswered questions.

Tumininu (Tumi)

Tumi’s journey began with a simple mission: find the truth about her father. What followed was a dangerous path filled with lies, betrayals, and powerful enemies.

Determined and fearless, Tumi chased every clue and confronted the darkest secrets surrounding her family. But the biggest revelation came too late, the woman she had grown to hate the most was the one who gave birth to her.

In her pursuit of justice, Tumi paid the ultimate price. Sometimes the truth costs everything.

Jeje

Jeje was the man caught between two worlds.

Husband to Tumi, yet deeply connected to Wura’s shadowy reality.

For a long time, he carried dangerous truths that could destroy everything. When Jeje finally revealed that Wura was responsible for Tumi’s father’s death, it set off a chain reaction that neither love nor loyalty could stop. His confession changed the course of every life connected to the Frontline empire.

Mr Adeleke

A respected man sworn to fight crime and uphold justice. Yet the greatest criminal in his life was the woman he loved, Wura.

Mr Adeleke shared a home with Wura, blind to the darkness hiding in plain sight. Even as the signs became impossible to ignore, his love for her clouded his judgment.

It raises a haunting question: how do you police an entire city, yet fail to see the truth inside your own home?

Iyabo

Iyabo was the quiet force that kept the family together until one truth shattered everything.

Without warning, she revealed the secret that changed the entire story: Tumi was not her biological daughter. No preparation. No gentle explanation. Just a truth that landed like a storm in a fragile family. Family secrets destroy everyone.

As Wura launches its Season 4 this March, the story moves beyond the secrets. With the truth now exposed and the consequences still unfolding, the next chapter promises new power struggles, shifting loyalties, and choices that change everything.

In Wura’s world, the past never stays buried, and the next season may prove that the real battle is only just beginning.

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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Paramount+, HBO Max to Become One Streaming Entity After WBD Deal

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By Adedapo Adesanya

Paramount+ and HBO Max will become a single, unified streaming service after Paramount Skydance stepped in to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) following the surprise exit of Netflix from the bid.

The company’s chief executive officer (CEO), Mr David Ellison, announced during a call with investors on Monday that the company plans to merge Paramount+ and HBO Max into a single, unified platform.

“Our combined company will be home to many of the greatest, most recognisable and beloved franchises in the world, from ‘Harry Potter’ to ‘Top Gun,’ ‘Star Trek’ to ‘Looney Tunes,’ ‘Game of Thrones’ to ‘Yellowstone.’ This represents a tremendous opportunity, and we fully intend to invest in the creative engines of both studios, making them the most sought-after destination for the industry’s leading creative talent,” he said.

Mr Ellison also reassured investors that HBO’s identity and creative vision as a studio would remain unchanged.

“Our viewpoint is HBO should stay HBO.” He also committed to maintaining a robust theatrical slate, pledging 15 films per year, per studio, for a total of at least 30 annual theatrical releases.

This announcement comes on the heels of Paramount’s recent agreement to acquire WBD in a deal estimated at $110 billion. The merger would bring together a vast array of film, TV, and news assets under one corporate entity and is expected to upend the Hollywood landscape as we know it. It also furthers the trend of consolidation seen among other major streaming platforms, such as the combination of Disney+ and Hulu.

With a projected subscriber base of over 200 million, the new streaming service will be positioned as a serious contender among the top streaming giants.

However, the merger also invites close scrutiny from the US Department of Justice over concerns about media concentration and market competition.

Also, industry observers warn that the merger is likely to result in significant job cuts, heightening employee anxieties over layoffs and wage reductions.

There have also been concerns over editorial independence, particularly in light of the Ellison family’s political connections to Donald Trump and increasing scrutiny of newsrooms at CBS and CNN.

Regardless of the concerns, Mr Ellison was optimistic that the transaction would move forward smoothly.

He described the merger as “pro-competition, pro-consumer, and pro-creative community,” emphasising the transaction will “create a stronger Hollywood and global production ecosystem, one that expands consumer choice and unlocks opportunities for creative talent.”

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Netflix Walks Away from Warner Bros Deal After Paramount’s Huge Offer

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Streaming giant, Netflix, has backed away from its proposal to buy Warner Bros Discovery, clearing the way for Paramount Skydance to win the long battle for one of Hollywood’s most storied studios in a deal worth over $100 billion.

Warner Bros, which announced it was up for sale last year, said Paramount’s latest bid was “superior” to the one from Netflix, which in turn refused to raise its offer.

Paramount, which has been insistent regarding the deal, would also need approval from the US Department of Justice as well as European regulators.

Netflix executives say they have declined to match Paramount’s bid as “the deal is no longer financially attractive” at that price.

The buyer would gain control of the iconic studio along with its films and media networks.

The takeover has been touted to significantly reshape the global media landscape, which includes the streaming market.

Last December, Warner Bros agreed to a takeover offer from Netflix for some of its assets, in a deal worth roughly $82 billion, including debt.

Paramount then made a rival proposal, which was refused by Warner Bros, but an increased offer was made earlier this week, boosted by $1 per share.

“The transaction we negotiated would have created shareholder value with a clear path to regulatory approval,” Netflix co-chief executives Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters said in a statement. “However, we’ve always been disciplined.”

“This transaction was always a ‘nice to have’ at the right price, not a ‘must have’ at any price,” the Netflix executives added.

The announcement came just hours after Mr Sarandos had visited the White House on Thursday.

The development marks the possible end of the saga that saw offers and refusals and could possibly change the global streaming market as Paramount is backed by some of the biggest names in the industry, including Oracle owner, Mr Larry Ellison.

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