Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, a former host of the Big Brother Naija reality show, is set to feature in a new African original travel-reality series named ‘Ebuka Turns Up Africa’ coming on the stable of Prime Video in 2024.
The series filled with Adrenaline, friendship, and adventure will see Ebuka Obi-Uchendu take Prime Video audiences on an exhilarating journey through Africa, uncovering hidden treasures and testing loyalties and friendships.
According to the producer, 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.
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It is also expected that the all-star cast will ignite their spirit of exploration, personalities clash and tempers flare in a journey across the continent that isn’t always smooth sailing.
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!
Ned Mitchell, head of MENA Originals at Prime Video, said the series will showcase Ebuka and Africa like never seen before, adding that it is an invitation for audiences to immerse themselves in the heart and soul of Africa.
“The series is a unique celebration of Africa, brought to life by Ebuka and his top squad,” he said.
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According to him, it will build on Prime Video’s commitment to delivering local and authentic African series and films to a global audience, including an exclusive overall deal with Jáde Osiberu, the director/producer and Greoh Studios, her production company.
Mitchell further said that there is also an exclusive commissioning slate deal with Nemsia Films, beginning with Breath of Life, which will launch 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,” he said.
On his part, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu said the journey was not only an exciting exploration of Africa but an opportunity for audiences to see a different side of him and the guys.
“While we had a huge amount of fun and plenty of laughs, there were also some pretty intense conflicts. It was one wild adventure!” he said.
Ebuka Turns Up Africa is a Prime Video original produced by Rapid Blue Productions Nigeria, and executive produced by Ziyanda Ngcaba and Erika Klopper.
The Nigerian content joins Prime Video’s selection of global Amazon Original and exclusive series and movies, such as Gen V, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, The Wheel of Time, Riches, and Coming 2 America.
