[Watch] - ‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 8 ‘Kasala’

The last in the series is finally here, and please believe it's a hot episode. From start to finish the Shuga cast keep our eyes glued to the screen, and they give us a very interesting episode - that ends in a very unexpected way. I don't wanna give anything anyway, so read the synopsis below and watch Shuga episode 8 - ‘Kasala’. Because it was surely a "kasala" that happened - or whatever that means! Lol!

 ‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 8 ‘Kasala’ episode synopsis:

Princess (Sharon Ezeamaka), finally realizes who Solomon (Sani Mu’azu) really is – with disastrous consequences for all.  The struggle between Malaika (Leonora Okine) and Nii (Chris Attoh) finally comes to a head as Malaika discovers her inner strength and finally stands up for herself. 

Watch the previous episodes to ‘Shuga Naija’ series 3 HERE!

[Watch] - ‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 7 ‘Three Month Window’

You have every reason to get excited and squeel! Only one more episode left until the series finale of Shuga Naija, and I have a feeling they're gonna leave us on a cliff-hanger wanting more.

In this episode ‘Three Month Window’, there's a whirldwind of emotions allover the place. From Sophie and Ekene getting tested, to Weki revealing to his football team members he's HIV positive, to Princess and Tobi's relationship on the rocks and Nii and Malaika going through whatever it is they're going through. Just know that this episode is a gateway to an amazing series finale that awaits us next week.

‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 7 ‘Three Month Window’ episode synopsis:

Weki (Olumide Oworu) goes for his trial at the Football Academy, while Sophie (Dorcas Shola Fapson) and Ekene (Okezie Morro) go for their 3 month test.  Tobi (Timini Egbuson) tries to patch it up with Princess (Sharon Ezeamaka), but she is arguing with Sophie and preoccupied with Solomon (Sani Mu'azu).

[Watch] - ‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 6 ‘Rising Hope’

A week gone by already, and another episode of Shuga?! Wow, we're drawing closer and closer to the series finale faster than we think.

A big sigh to Malaika's situation, after last weeks episode - we would have thought she had a miscarriage by now, but unfortunately for her and fortunately for Nii she is still pregnant. Femi confines in Ekene letting him know he is HIV positive, as well as Weki also letting Bekiya know that he also HIV. And Sade finally lets Weki go after his dream. Remember all the steamy romance with Princess and Tobi last week? Well, that changes this week once Princess lands herself a job at a modelling agency - that's apparently really hard to get a job at. But without giving too much away, I'm glad to see that Shuga never disappoints us week after week!

‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 6 ‘Rising Hope’ episode synopsis:

Malaika (Leonora Okine) is shocked to find that she is still pregnant. And while Weki (Olumide Oworu) begins to realise his dreams, Tobi (Timini Egbuson) and Princess’s (Sharon Ezeamaka) new-found love is severely challenged.



Previous: episode 5 ‘Jailer’

[Watch] - ‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 5 ‘Jailer’

As the weeks go by, Shuga gets more and more interesting. This week focused on each character in the ds how and even has a cameo appearance from Nigerian rapper - Ice Prince. This week my attention drew more to Malaika and her brutal marriage with her husband Nii — very upsetting to see a very intelligent woman of her kind go through such heartache, I hope she leaves him and soon. 

Oh yeah and Shuga fans - an original member is back — Leo! He flew in from Nairobi to hook up a few business deals and meetings and visit his boy Femi. Weki does a runner from his mother Sade, who has absolutely no whereabouts of where his disappeared to. Amist it all Princess and Tobi getting really close in this episode! Juicyyyy!!!! 

With only 3 more episodes until series 3 finishes. We can only imagine of what's left to come in ‘Shuga Naija’. 

‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 5 ‘Jailer’ synopsis:
Tobi (Timini Egbuson) and Princess (Sharon Ezeamaka) are joyful in their new-found love, while Malaika (Leonora Okine) and Nii’s (Chris Attoh) marriage lurches deeper into crisis, Weki (Olumide Oworu) and Sade’s (Tiwa Savage) relationship deteriorates, and Femi (Ikubese Emmanuel Ifeanyi) and Foye (Maria Okanrende) try to sort through their difficulties. Nigerian musician Ice Prince makes a cameo appearance as himself.

*P.S. Dorcas Fapson who plays Sophie has the best one-liners in this show — hilarious!!!*

We wonder who'll be free in their imprisonment - watch episode 5 ‘Jailer’ below!



Previous: episode 4 ‘Betrayed’

[Watch] - ‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 4 ‘Betrayed’

Wow.. Shuga is getting more and more interesting by the minute. With four more episodes left before the season finale, only time will tell what will go down. Read episode four synopsis and watch ‘Betrayed’ below.. 

‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 4 ‘Betrayed’ synopsis:

Foye (Maria Okanrende) is upset and angry that Ekene (Okezie Morro) and Sophie’s  (Dorcas Shola Fapson) betrayal means that she has to get tested for HIV, and seeks solace in Femi (Ikubese Emmanuel Ifeanyi) , little knowing that he too has a secret…

Missed it last week? Catch up here: episode 3 ‘Testing, Testing’

[Watch] - ‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 3 ‘Testing, Testing’

Another week, another drama filled episode of ‘Shuga Naija’, just how we like it! Tiwa Savage who plays Sade has a major role in this episode, and who knew she was a mother to a high school student named Weki? 

Episode three ‘Testing, Testing’ is a good one (synopsis below), but as always the team behind ‘Shuga’ leave us on a cliff hanger. Read the synopsis and watch ‘Testing, Testing’ beneath.

‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 3 ‘Testing, Testing’ episode synopsis:

High school student Weki (Olumide Oworu) gets good news which impresses his mother Sade (Tiwa Savage) so why is she being so strict with him? Meanwhile Sophie (Dorcas Shola Fapson) and Ekene (Okezie Morro) go to get tested for HIV and realise they need to tell Foye (Maria Okanrende) who they have also put at risk – but will Ekene do the right thing?

And just in case you missed episode 2 ‘Shine Eye’, watch it HERE

[Watch] - ‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 2 ‘Shine Eye’

 

Season 3 of ‘Shuga’ is not disappointing at all. We're only on the second episode so far, and it leaves you wanting more. 

Episode 2 premiered in Africa on MTV base last night and just in case you missed it, you can watch it exclusively on It's Just Mobolaji. Also, you can watch episode 1 HERE just in case you missed it!

‘Shine Eye’ episode synopsis:

When Sophie (Dorcas Shola Fapson) discovers that Solomon (Sani Mu'azu) her "aristo" lover is HIV positive, she goes to tell ex-boyfriend Ekene (Okezie Morro) that they need to get tested. We also meet young married couple Malaika (Leonora Okine) and Nii (Chris Attoh) whose differing views about their relationship soon turn to conflict.

Catch up with Femi, Sophie, Ekene, Foye and the rest of the gang in the ‘Shine Eye’ episode below, and find out what happens as the secrets continue to slowly come out into the light...

[Watch] - ‘Shuga Naija’ Series 3, Episode 1 ‘Home Coming’

Last night in London, I was privileged to attend the series 3 premiere of ‘Shuga’, and trust me - it's the best season yet.

At the premiere held in Renoir Cinema in Russell Square, we were welcomed with drinks and a little networking - as well as a step and repeat backdrop to take pictures and even meet the cast! When we were eventually seated in the cinema - we watched the first four episodes of series 3 - which we thoroughly enjoyed - we laughed, and said our "awwws", and even our "ooh's" cos some scenes are hella shocking! Lol. Just before we all exited the building to have a chit chat about the show and network again - the ‘Shuga’ team - (director) - Biyi Bandele and a few members of the cast - Okezie Morro who plays ‘Ekene’, and Dorcas Fapson who plays ‘Sophie’ sat down to answer a few interesting questions, lol! 'Twas a good night.

The two previous series set in Nairobi, Kenya - this one was set in the heart of Lagos, Nigeria. Shuga called on ‘Half of a Yellow Sun’ movie director - Biyi Bandele to direct the eight episodes in this series. And he does a fantastic job at it.

‘Shuga’ Summary:
‘Shuga is an award-winning sex and relationships drama and multimedia campaign designed to combat a lack of awareness and misinformation about HIV, sexual responsibility and teen pregnancy among Nigerian youth.’

This series brings us an all star cast including Ikubese Emmanuel Ifeanyi who was in the previous series set in Nairobi, as well as some familiar faces - Maria Okanrende, Tiwa Savage, Okezie Morro, Chris Attoh, Nick Mutuma, Leonara Okine, and some new faces to our TV screen - Dorcas Fapson, Sharon Ezeamaka, Timini Egbuson, Olumide Oworu and so much more. Afrobeats artists - Ice Prince and Iyanya make cameo appearances, as well as a few others.

The previous seasons (which were shot in Kenya, with mostly Kenyan talent) are available to watch online: https://vimeo.com/36080599

Watch the first episode of season 3 below. Series 3 premiered on MTV Base Africa on World Aids Day (Dec 1st) and will be shown on BET UK. AND if you miss it on any of those channels - you can always watch it online on shuga.tv. Meet the cast of Shuga HERE!

The award winning TV series and multimedia campaign is produced by MTV Base and the MTV Staying Alive Foundation in collaboration with the Nigerian Government's National Agency for the Control of Aids (NACA), the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and UNFPA (United Nations Population Fund). PEPFAR (The US President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief) has also expressed a commitment to join forces with the campaign.