By Our Reporter
Big Brother Naija Season 5 winner, Laycon is coming back to our screens.
Real name Lekan Agbeleshe, he is set to star in Showmax’s first-ever Nigerian Original, I Am LAYCON, premiering in February 2021.
Coming from humble beginnings, the 26-year-old musician and philosophy graduate had to hustle his way through life before landing a spot in Biggie’s house, where he wormed his way into the hearts of fans across the continent with his wit and lyrical genius.
Laycon beat 19 other housemates to emerge winner of BBNaija Season 5. Following his BBNaija triumph, Laycon already has over 2.4 million followers on Instagram alone and growing.
Speaking about the Showmax Original, Laycon expressed his excitement about the show, saying, “I am excited to continue my new life journey and embrace the new responsibilities of evolving not just myself but everyone around me. I want you to come along for the ride as you get to see the growth that you have supported and loved.”
I Am LAYCON is the first Showmax Original shot in Nigeria.
“Showmax is committed to supporting homegrown talent in Nigeria,” says Yolisa Phahle, CEO of MultiChoice’s Connected Video. “Laycon is a hugely inspirational figure and the perfect choice to kickstart our original content here. Fans across Africa tuned in to see what it takes to win Big Brother Naija, so we’re excited to take those fans along with Laycon on this journey as he adjusts to fame and life outside the house.”
The new TV show is expected to follow Laycon on his journey after BBNaija, as he settles into life as a star while juggling his personal relationships and growing music career in one of Africa’s biggest cities, Lagos.
It will premiere exclusively on Showmax in February 2021.
