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What’s New This Week on GOtv? Here’s a Quick Rundown
If you’re wondering what to watch this week, GOtv is serving up a full slate of entertainment that hits every mood. From fresh new dramas and returning favourites to the much-anticipated new season of Big Brother Naija, the biggest reality TV show that has everyone talking and timelines buzzing. Whether you are a die-hard fan or just in the mood to try something new, this week’s lineup is designed to keep you entertained all week long.
Here’s everything lighting up your screen this week on GOtv:
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BBNaija Season 10
The countdown is officially over, and Big Brother Naija Season 10 is here! It’s bigger, bolder, and more iconic than ever. The season kicks off with a double launch on Saturday, July 26, and Sunday, July 27. The stage is set to celebrate ten years of epic moments, unforgettable housemates, and entertainment that always gets the timeline buzzing.
With Ebuka Obi-Uchendu returning as host, fans can expect nothing short of show-stopping looks, spicy questions, and that signature calm-in-the-chaos energy he brings to every live eviction.
This time around, the stakes are high, with ₦150 million worth of prizes on the table. Season 10 promises non-stop entertainment, so grab your snacks, set your reminders, and settle in for a season of drama, chemistry, chaos, and everything in between.
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The Yard
A new week means new episodes of The Yard, airing weeknights at 8 PM on Africa Magic Showcase (Ch. 8). This drama is packed with high-stakes politics, buried secrets, and loyalty that comes at a cost. Chief Odafe still calls the shots, but his control is slipping. His once-loyal enforcer, Kevwe, is starting to question the game, and Jacinta, Odafe’s loudest critic, isn’t keeping quiet anymore. Caught in the middle is Funbi, who’s tangled up with both Kevwe and Odafe, trying to use love as leverage in a system where feelings are dangerous. If you love complex characters and real social commentary, then The Yard should be at the top of your watchlist.
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Shaka iLembe Season 2
Shaka iLembe Season 2 is back, airing Sundays at 10 PM on Africa Magic Showcase (Ch. 8) and Africa Magic Epic (Ch. 6), and the stakes are fiercer than ever. Now, King Shaka is fighting not just for territory but for unity. At his side, Queen Nandi remains his rock, but even love feels fragile when war drums are beating. Inside the royal court, tension simmers. Mkabayi, Shaka’s aunt, is playing puppet master, pulling strings and keeping secrets. Her trusted ally, Ntombazi, is watching everyone and moving pieces quietly behind the scenes. This story dives deep into love, legacy, and what happens when family becomes your fiercest enemy.
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Close of Business
Airing every Mon–Wed at 8:30 PM on Africa Magic Showcase (Ch. 8), Close of Business is where love meets corporate chaos. Tomisin just wanted a stable job and a
future with Chisom, but now he’s caught in a ruthless power game. His mentor’s exit leaves him exposed, and the boardroom becomes a battlefield with Jide, Umar, and Chanel all pulling strings. As romantic and professional worlds collide, Tomisin must navigate loyalty, ambition, and personal compromise. Will he rise against the chaos, or crack under pressure?
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Dear Future Me
Your twenties can change everything, and in this drama, they do. Dayo is pregnant, confused, and barely holding it together when Remi, her ex, suddenly reappears. Adele, her younger sister, is battling her own chaos, switching schools, falling for Banky, and constantly clashing with their fiery cousin, Sade. Every episode is a mix of family fights, old flames, and choices that hit harder the second time around. Catch Dear Future Me every Thurs–Fri at 8:30 PM on Africa Magic Showcase (Ch. 8).
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WAFCON 2024
It’s the clash we’ve been waiting for. Nigeria’s Super Falcons face Morocco in the WAFCON 2024 final. With nine titles already, Nigeria is chasing a historic 10th. But Morocco, backed by a roaring home crowd, wants revenge and their first-ever crown. Tune in to SS LaLiga (Ch. 62) at 9pm this Saturday to watch Africa’s best female footballers put on a show you won’t want to miss.
There’s no better time to reconnect your GOtv subscription and enjoy an instant upgrade to a higher bouquet at no extra cost. Why pay more when you can enjoy all this entertainment and more for less? Reconnect now and unlock drama, action, sports, and reality TV all in one place.
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Before Season 4: The Characters Who Shaped the Rise and Fall of Wura
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
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
By Adedapo Adesanya
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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