Africa Magic has rolled out five new original titles for October, bringing a mix of contemporary relationships, psychological thrillers and stories rooted in culture and tradition to its General Entertainment and Language channels.
The lineup features Better Half, a relationship drama executive produced by Rogba Arimoro; The Ten, a psychological thriller created by Lota Chukwu; alongside new Hausa, Yoruba and Igbo originals.
Better Half, which premiered on Monday, 5 October at 8:30pm on Africa Magic Showcase (DStv channel 151 and GOtv channel 8), follows a relationship influencer who gets a reality TV show to prove her love formula, only to have her fiancé’s family secrets challenge everything she believes about love and relationships. Executive produced by Rogba Arimoro, the series features Treasure Enagbare, Nnamdi Agbo, Demi Banwo and Tolu Asanu.
Created by Lota Chukwu, The Ten, follows ten survivors of a past kidnapping who reunite for a vigil led by a guilt-ridden head pastor, Matthew (played by Patrick Dibuah). The story takes an eerie turn when one of them is murdered. With a local festival sealing everyone inside the church, the group finds itself trapped once more, this time with a killer hiding in their midst. This psychological thriller premieres Thursday, 8 October at 8:30pm, also on Africa Magic Showcase.
“October gives audiences a lot to look forward to, with new series that span different genres, languages and perspectives,” said Atinuke Ngozi Babatunde, Executive Head, Content and Channels, West Africa, MultiChoice Nigeria.
“From the psychological tension of The Ten to the relationship dynamics at the heart of Better Half, alongside new titles in Hausa, Yoruba and Igbo, we are bringing depth to this month’s content lineup. Our aim at Africa Magic is to keep creating opportunities for local talent to develop and bring fresh ideas to the screen, while giving audiences more of the stories and genres they want to watch. We’re looking forward to seeing how these new titles connect with viewers,” she said.
The lineup also introduces three new titles across Africa Magic’s Hausa, Yoruba and Igbo channels, bringing original productions in each language to audiences from Saturday, 10 October.
On Africa Magic Hausa (DStv channel 156), Sirrin Amarya, translated from Hausa as “The Bride’s Secret” premieres at 8pm. Blending psychological suspense, romance and family drama, the series follows the disappearance of a young bride moments before she is due to marry one of Northern Nigeria’s most influential businessmen. As scandal engulfs both families, the businessman’s principled eldest son begins searching for answers, only to uncover a decade-old conspiracy built on betrayal, corruption, forbidden love and revenge. The series is executive produced and showrun by Chidozie Christian Ahaiwe and features Norah Ego as Zainab, the missing bride, alongside Aysha Usman Adam.
Africa Magic Yoruba (DStv channel 157) debuts Afobaje, a story set in the Ekinrinade Confederation that finally brings a 29-year-old betrayal into the light. The tale follows kingmakers who once overthrew the old monarchy and turned on their spiritual guardian, Ajangbadi, whose return alongside the last royal heir forces Crown Prince Aderounmu to investigate a rising body count, uncovering dark secrets about his own lineage and ultimately choosing wisdom over vengeance to save his land. It airs Saturdays and Sundays at 7pm. The drama series features veterans like Antar Laniyan, Aina Gold, Murphy Ray, Mr Paragaon, Abija, among others.
Rounding out the day on Africa Magic Igbo (DStv channel 159) at 7:30pm is Onu Ahia Nwanyi directed by Smart Ifeanyi Chukwu Abugu. The story follows Nkem, a young woman who enters a traditional bride contest to escape a difficult family situation, only to find herself falling for the very man she is competing to marry. As hidden ambitions and secrets emerge, the contest begins to reshape the future of several powerful families.
From contemporary relationships and gripping mysteries to stories rooted in culture and tradition, Africa Magic’s October lineup builds on more than two decades of bringing Nigerian stories, talent and entertainment to audiences across the continent.
For more information visit www.africamagic.dstv.com and follow the conversation on all official Africa Magic social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, X and TikTok. The titles will also be available to watch on DStv Stream.
EDITOR’S NOTE:
Better Half
Africa Magic Showcase (DStv Channel 151 & GOtv Channel 8) | Premiered Monday, 5 October at 8:30 pm | New episodes Monday – Wednesday
The Ten
Africa Magic Showcase (DStv channel 151 & GOtv channel 8) | Premieres Thursday, 8 October at 8:30 pm | New episodes Thursdays & Fridays
Sirrin Amarya (The Bride’s Secret)
Africa Magic Hausa (DStv channel 156 & GOtv channel 3) | Premieres Saturday, 10 October at 8pm | New episodes Saturdays & Sundays
Afobaje
Africa Magic Yoruba (DStv Channel 157 & GOtv channel 2) | Premieres Saturday, 10 October at 7pm | New episodes Saturdays & Sundays
Onu Ahia Nwanyi
Africa Magic Igbo (DStv Channel 159 & GOtv channel 4) | Premieres Saturday, 10 October at 7:30 pm | New episodes Saturdays & Sundays
