Under the Influence
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Stream Nigerian Original limited series, Under the Influence, from 24 January 2025 with new episodes released every Friday.
In this Nigerian Showmax Original drama series, Dami, played by Iremide Adeoye (WURA), is a fresh university graduate who relocates to Lagos to live with his older brother, Ayo, portrayed by Bobby Ekpe (Love Unplanned). But life in Lagos is nothing like he’d expected, and living with his brother provides its own challenges.
To vent his frustrations, Dami rants on social media – and his post goes viral. As his online following grows, Dami learns what it means to juggle life in the spotlight, newfound fame and tough family dynamics.
New episodes land every Friday on Showmax from 24 January 2025.
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Under the Influence
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