Adrenaline, friendship, and adventure are set to unfold as celebrated Nigerian TV star, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, takes Prime Video audiences on an exhilarating journey through Africa with his guys, including Nollywood stars Timini Egbuson and Zubby Michael.
The African Original Travel-Reality Series from the stable of the streaming giant, Amazon Prime Video, is set to debut in 2024 and will take audiences on an exhilarating journey across Africa, uncovering hidden treasures and testing loyalties and friendships.
‘Ebuka Turns Up Africa’ is a captivating showcase of camaraderie and adventure, as Ebuka undertakes the journey of a lifetime with his guys: Timini Egbuson, Zubby Michael, Jimmie Akinsola, Onoja Adole, and Alistair Englebert Preston. Together, they embark on an unforgettable VIP adventure across Africa, in a compelling series that not only transcends borders, but reveals the men behind their celebrity personas. As the all-star cast ignites their spirit of exploration, personalities clash and tempers flare in a journey across the continent that isn’t always smooth sailing.
According to a press release from the management of Prime Video, the adventure will take the team of intrepid travellers through a variety of experiences, from exploring Africa’s most desirable destinations to delving into daring, high-adrenaline activities. Friendships will be tested, as the guys discover the magic of unity that comes alive when they … Turn Up Africa!
“This is Ebuka and Africa like you’ve never seen before! It’s an invitation for audiences to immerse themselves in the heart and soul of Africa,” said Ned Mitchell, head of MENA Originals, Prime Video.
“Ebuka Turns Up Africa Is a unique celebration of Africa, brought to life by Ebuka and his top squad.
“This journey was not only an exciting exploration of Africa, it was an opportunity for audiences to see a different side of me and the guys,” said Ebuka Obi-Uchendu.
“Whilst we had a huge amount of fun and plenty of laughs, there were also some pretty intense conflicts—it was one wild adventure!”
Ebuka Turns Up Africa is a Prime Video Original produced by Rapid Blue Productions Nigeria, and executive produced by Ziyanda Ngcaba and Erika Klopper.
Ebuka Turns Up Africa builds on Prime Video’s commitment to delivering local and authentic African series and films to a global audience, including an exclusive overall deal with the director and producer Jáde Osiberu and her production company, Greoh Studios; and an exclusive commissioning slate deal with Nemsia Films, beginning with Breath of Life, launching later this year.
Prime Video is also the home of some of Nigeria’s biggest theatrical movies, with exclusive licencing agreements with Inkblot Studios and Anthill Studios, bringing customers box-office hits King of Thieves, Hey You!, and Palava!, as well as other TV series Beyond the Veil and Grind, and Prime Video’s Nigerian Originals, Gangs of Lagos, LOL: Last One Laughing Naija, and SHE Must Be Obeyed.
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