Showmax’s exclusive reality TV show, the Real Housewives of Lagos has been confirmed for April 8, 2022 while also unveiling the leading ladies of the show.
The reality TV show will exclusively follow the glamorous lives of the ‘Real Housewives’ with Carolyna Hutchings, Laura Ikeji, Chioma Ikokwu, Toyin Lawani-Adebayo, Iyabo Ojo, and Mariam Timmer as the lead ladies of the show.
These ladies are however not new to the showbiz and glamorous lifestyle. They will take the audience on an adventure into their lives in new episodes every Friday.
“As an African brand, showcasing and telling African stories is at the core of our content production, so we are excited to be partnering with NBCUniversal Formats to bring The Real Housewives of Lagos to our subscribers. The Real Housewives of Durban, now in its second season, has smashed viewing records and delighted fans. Our Nigerian subscribers are in for a treat with the local edition.” – Candice Fangueiro, Head of Content, Showmax Africa.
“The Real Housewives of Lagos has long been anticipated by fans of the franchise across Africa, and we’re excited to finally bring it to your screens. The show will explore the rich culture and lifestyle of Africa’s largest megacity, Lagos, through the eyes of six of the city’s most glamorous women. Each of these women is unique, fabulous, and watch-worthy. We are certain that our viewers will enjoy the ride.” – Busola Tejumola, Executive Head of Content and West Africa Channels at MultiChoice Nigeria.
RHOLagos will be the first Nigerian installment in the award-winning franchise, which is released worldwide by NBCUniversal Formats, a division of Universal Studio Group’s Universal International Studios.
Following the success of The Real Housewives of Johannesburg and Durban, both of which are now streaming on Showmax, this is the 16th international edition of The Real Housewives formula and the third African adaptation.