The Story⚡
As Showmax originals arrive on DStv Stream, the powerful worlds of Wura, Diiche, and Cheta M continue to resonate. Their producers reveal the moments that turned these series into cultural touchstones.
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Looking back at the full run, what moment made you think we actually did something special here?
Rogers Ofime (Wura):
When I began seeing how deeply audiences connected emotionally with the characters and the world of Wura, I knew we had done something special. The series became a cultural conversation. People debated characters online as though they were real and stopped cast members in public to discuss storylines. We focused on universal human experiences with core themes of ambition, survival, love, power, sacrifice, family pressure, and moral conflict. The show moved beyond entertainment into people’s everyday lives. It was emotionally honest and presented African storytelling with confidence and scale. We told our story unapologetically, with our own rhythm, texture, and cultural identity. What started as a series for African audiences eventually gained traction globally.
James Omokwe (Diiche & Cheta M):
For Diiche, creating a whodunnit that is authentically African felt truly special. It proved we could tell globally familiar stories while staying rooted in who we are. For Cheta M, making an Igbo epic was deeply personal. After years of producing stories from other cultures, returning to my own Igbo heritage as an Igbo man made the entire journey feel different and more meaningful.
A lot of shows come and go. What do you think made this one stick?
Rogers Ofime (Wura):
We were deliberate about creating memorable characters that viewers could form real relationships with — characters they would love, hate, defend, or question. This emotional investment is critical for longevity. Wura also combined emotional authenticity with strong storytelling. The writing respected the audience’s intelligence through layered conflicts without oversimplifying. Production quality was equally important. We built every set from scratch instead of using existing ones, with strong attention to performance, visuals, pacing, design, and music. Beyond that, Wura felt emotionally and culturally familiar. People saw reflections of real societal dynamics — family expectations, social ambition, corruption, survival instincts, loyalty, betrayal, and the pressure to maintain appearances. Those themes transcend geography.
James Omokwe (Diiche & Cheta M):
For Diiche, what set it apart was how different it dared to be — a modern take on Igbo mythology with a supernatural protagonist that resonated strongly with African audiences. For Cheta M, it was the epic love story set in the heart of Igbo land. People are drawn to love stories, and the constant longing for the two characters to find their way to each other created the tension that kept viewers coming back.
Rogers Ofime wants new viewers discovering Wura today to take away pride in African storytelling that is cinematic, emotionally rich, and culturally rooted without imitation. He also hopes they recognise the show’s core humanity — that we are all flawed and often make terrible choices while believing we are doing the right thing.
On future stories, Ofime confirmed Wura is continuing into its 4th and 5th seasons with intensified suspense, betrayal, and power struggles. James Omokwe added that he still has many stories left to tell from different cultures and traditions across Africa, including Hausa-themed projects he has yet to explore.
Regarding the Showmax partnership, Ofime said it brought belief that African stories deserve investment, scale, and premium treatment. The platform supported authenticity while pushing for excellence, which helped increase global visibility for African content. Omokwe noted that for Diiche, Showmax guided development through post-production, while for Cheta M they trusted the team to deliver.
Pictures From The Set Of Diiche And Cheta M
In Summary
These series proved that ambitious, culturally rooted African productions can build strong emotional connections and sustain audience interest over time. Their availability on DStv Stream keeps these stories accessible as new seasons unfold.
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