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Unleash Your Inner Detective: Top Crime Shows to Watch
Romance and love dramas have their charm, but there’s just something about crime dramas. Unlike happy-ever-after stories, crime dramas show the real world, where good guys fight bad guys and every decision matters. They turn us into sharp detectives, allowing us to experience the thrill of solving a case.
So, if you crave this kind of thrilling escape, here are five must-watch crime series you won’t want to miss.
Law and Order: Justice is served one crime scene at a time on Law and Order. This long-running police procedural and legal drama follows detectives as they investigate serious offences like murder and assault. But the fight for justice doesn’t end there. The show takes you behind the scenes of high-stakes courtroom battles where determined prosecutors fight for convictions. Each episode is a self-contained story, so you can jump in at any time to experience the drama. It airs every day at 9:30 pm on Universal TV GOtv ch. 38.
The Equalizer: Single mom by day, vigilante by night. Robyn McCall leads a double life in this thrilling drama. A skilled ex-CIA operative with a buried past, Robyn uses her talents to become “The Equalizer.” An unseen guardian angel, who takes on impossible cases for those facing difficult situations. Don’t miss it; watch it daily on Universal TV GOtv channel 38.
Diggstown: This series follows the journey of burned-out corporate lawyer Marcie Diggs, who ditches her fancy job for a legal aid clinic after a personal tragedy. There, she fights for the underdog in cases of racism, poverty, and injustice. Joined by a passionate but complex team, Marcie navigates the legal system to make a difference. Catch the series every day at 7:15 am on Universal TV GOtv channel 38.
Hudson and Rex: Action and crime drama lovers are in for a treat with this series. Hudson & Rex is a crime-solving drama that hinges on the unlikely but effective partnership between Detective Charlie Hudson and Rex, a highly trained German Shepherd. The series follows them as they tackle puzzling crimes in the fictional city of St. John’s. Charlie, with his detective skills honed from a lifelong love of mysteries, and Rex, with his exceptional senses of smell and hearing, prove to be unstoppable. Each episode features a self-contained mystery, keeping the show fast-paced and exciting. Catch the excitement daily at 5:20 pm on Universal TV GOtv channel 38.
Tribal: The story follows a young, female Indigenous police chief, Samantha Woodburn, who leads the newly formed Tribal Police Force. Partnered with a jaded detective from the big city, they tackle crimes impacting the Indigenous community. But their pursuit of justice goes deeper than just solving cases. As they work together, they uncover a shocking hidden history of violence against Indigenous people. Tune in daily, from Mondays to Sundays, on Universal TV GOtv channel 38 to follow their journey.
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Kamsy has become the third housemate to leave the Big Brother Naija Season 11 House, bringing her time in the competition to an end during Sunday night’s live eviction show.
Speaking with show host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Kamsy expressed gratitude for the opportunity, describing herself as blessed to have been part of the experience. She also opened up about her relationship with Gerard, revealing that she had begun developing feelings for him during her time in the House. Turning to what lies ahead, Kamsy stated that her business remains her top priority as she prepares to navigate her next steps
Meanwhile, Ebuka kept things interesting on the show when he put several housemates on the spot and revisited some of the week’s biggest talking points.
Neche was asked to name the housemates she felt had undermined her during her reign as Head of House. But rather than call anyone out, she chose to keep the names to herself.
Goddessa was also questioned about her relationship with Neche, particularly the difference between how she described her during the live show and comments she had previously made in a private conversation with Sheba. Despite calling Neche a nice person, Ebuka was quick to highlight the apparent contradiction.
The tension between Araga, Goddessa and Barry also came under scrutiny, with Ebuka probing the dynamics between the trio. When asked about trust in the House, Araga admitted that he trusts no one, before taking a swipe at Barry by simply saying he does not “see” him.
In a separate twist, the housemates voted Sultex as the Most Influential Player of the Week (MIPOW). The achievement earns him immunity from the next eviction, alongside a brand-new device courtesy of headline sponsor, betPawa.
With another housemate now out of the running and Sultex safe from the next eviction, the remaining housemates continue their race towards the N160 million grand prize.
Four weeks into the competition, the drama in the Big Brother Naija Season 11 House continues to unfold, with voting opening every Monday after nominations and closing at 9:00 PM on Thursday. The season continues on DStv Channel 198 and GOtv Channel 49, with DStv Stream providing another way to follow the action live, without a dish or decoder.
Some kids want superheroes. Some want animals. Others will happily sit through a funny story about a girl trying to figure out boarding school after being raised by goats.
That last one is Goat Girl, one of the new shows joining the kids’ lineup on GOtv this August. The series follows 13-year-old Gigi as she leaves the mountain life she knows behind and starts boarding school, where making friends and understanding human behaviour turn out to be a whole new adventure.
And Gigi is not the only new character young viewers will be meeting this month. August brings imaginative adventures, rescue missions, comedy, LEGO chaos and stories about friendship and family, giving different kinds of kids plenty to find themselves in.
For Kids Who Love a Rescue Mission: RoboGobo Season 2
Some children will always choose the show where somebody needs saving, and that is where RoboGobo comes in. Dax and the rescue team are back with upgraded Robo-Suits that can transform into Robo-Vehicles as they continue helping animals in trouble.
Season 2 airs Saturdays and Sundays at 12:25 pm on Disney Junior GOtv Ch 82.
For the Ones Who Want Something Funny: Goat Girl
Gigi’s story is probably not what you would call a normal school experience. Raised by mountain goats, the 13-year-old has to adjust to boarding school and figure out how to fit into a world that is very different from the one she knows. Her attempts to navigate friendships, school and human behaviour make Goat Girl an unusual and funny addition to the lineup.
It airs Monday to Friday at 5:20 pm on Cartoon Network GOtv Ch 89.
For the LEGO Fans: LEGO City: No Limits MAX
If your child can turn almost anything into an adventure, LEGO City: No Limits MAX should keep them busy. Jason and his friends find themselves dealing with zombies, cowboys, strange creatures and one particularly mysterious banana. Basically, you never quite know what is coming next.
The new series airs Monday to Friday at 4:20 pm from August 17 on Cartoon Network GOtv Ch 89.
For the Ones Who Love Family Stories: Wylde Pak
Lily and Jack are half-siblings who suddenly have to spend the summer together, while also helping out with their family’s pet grooming business. Naturally, things do not go smoothly.
Wylde Pak follows the pair as they navigate sibling rivalry, a new family dynamic and the everyday chaos that comes with working together. It is a story about family, friendship and figuring out how to get along when you have no choice but to spend time together.
Catch it Monday to Friday at 5:15 pm on NickToons GOtv Ch 86.
Something for Every Kind of Kid
The best thing about this month’s lineup is that there is no single type of child it is trying to entertain.
The little ones can follow Maisy’s imagination. The animal lovers have RoboGobo. Kids who enjoy unusual comedy can meet Gigi in Goat Girl. LEGO fans have another adventure to get into, while Wylde Pak brings family and sibling drama into the mix.
So when the inevitable “Mummy, what can I watch?” comes up during the holidays, you already have a few answers.
And with new stories arriving across CBeebies, Disney Junior, Cartoon Network and NickToons, they might not run out of things to watch anytime soon.
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The Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemates facing possible eviction this week are Tram, Barry, Goddessa, Yusuf, Temi Nkem, Sultex, Abi, Araga, Flora, Nomy, Ricky, Kamsy, Sheba, Oyin, Keivo, Gerad and Bells.
The 17 housemates emerged from this week’s nomination process, which saw the housemates vote to save three of their fellow housemates from possible eviction.
Conspiracy Hour
Ahead of the nomination process, Biggie announced Conspiracy Hour, giving the housemates the opportunity to rally together, discuss their thoughts and share who they would like to save ahead of the nominations.
This was followed by the nomination process, where the housemates were asked to save three of their fellow housemates from possible eviction. Chimsom Chuka, the Most Influential Player of the Week, Neche, the Head of House, and Nomy, the Benchwarmer, were exempt from the process.
Cassi, Bluethopia and Gerad were initially saved by their fellow housemates. However, as Head of House, Neche had the power to remove one housemate from the list and chose to remove Gerad.
Neche Wins Head of House Challenge
Neche emerged as this week’s Head of House after going head-to-head with Chimsom Chuka in the final round of the Head of House challenge.
The final stage was an endurance test, with Neche outlasting Chimsom Chuka to claim the Head of House position and its accompanying privileges, including immunity from this week’s nominations.
Biggie Introduces BB Bucks
Biggie also introduced the housemates to BB Bucks, the official currency of the Big Brother house.
The BB Bucks have no value outside the house but can be earned through tasks, challenges and other activities. While the housemates can earn BB Bucks, they can also lose them depending on how they choose to use them.
The BB Marketplace will also open in the house, giving the housemates the opportunity to spend their BB Bucks on items and privileges available to them during their stay.
Voting Is Now Open
With the nomination process completed, voting is now open, giving viewers the opportunity to decide which of the nominated housemates will remain in the competition.
Fans can cast their votes through the MyDStv app, MyGOtv app or the official Africa Magic website before voting closes at 9:00 p.m. on Thursday.
Catch all the drama live and 24/7 on DStv channel 198 and GOtv channel 49. BBNaija Season 11 is also available to watch on DStv Stream and GOtv Stream.
For updates and exclusive news, visit the official Africa Magic Big Brother Naija page or join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #BBNaija.
