Slum King

Slum King is a Nigerian 10-part limited crime series, set in Lagos, Nigeria. It premiered on Africa Magic Showcase, DStv channel 151 and GOtv channel 12 on 8 October 2023.^[1][2]

Slum King
Genre	Drama
Written by	Eric Achimien Donald Tombia
Directed by	Dimeji Ajibola
Original languages	English Pidgin Yoruba Isoko Igbo
No. of seasons	1
No. of episodes	7
Production
Executive producer	Chinenye Chichi Nworah
Producer	Chinenye Chichi Nworah
Production locations	Lagos, Nigeria
Camera setup	Multi camera
Running time	40
Original release
Network	DStv Family channel 151 GOtv channel 12
Release	October 8, 2023 (2023-10-08)

It stars Tobi Bakre, Olarotimi Fakunle, Idia Aisien, Elvina Ibru, Hermes Iyele, Bolaji Ogunmola, Sonia Irabor, Gideon Okeke, Jidekene Achufusi amongst others^[3]

Synopsis

Slum King follows the life of Edafe, a young boy who witnesses the tragic murder of his parents, a tragedy he blames himself for after forgetting to lock the door. Haunted by guilt and scarred by trauma, Edafe's journey takes him from a troubled youth in the slums to the powerful and magnetic figure known as Maje, the revered king of the slums.

Casts

• Tobi Bakre as Edafe/Maje
• Teniola Aladese as Yagazie
• Olarotimi Fakunle as Imole
• Sonia Irabor as Dr. Kate Okonkwo
• Idia Aisien
• Elvina Ibru
• Hermes Iyele
• Bolaji Ogunmola
• Gideon Okeke
• Jidekene Achufusi
• Funsho Adeolu

Episodes

No. overall	No. in season	Title	Directed by	Written by	Original release date
1	1	"Episode 1"	Dimeji Ajibola	Eric Achimien & Donald Tombia	October 8, 2023 (2023-10-08)
The series begins with young Edafe witnessing the brutal murder of his family by armed robbers, a tragedy he blames on his own failure to lock the door. This traumatic event fills him with guilt and fuels a deep-seated desire for revenge. He soon began staying with his grandma in the gritty slums of Oro Lede where he is forced to live amongst pickpockets, armed robbers, and bullies.
2	2	"Episode 2"	Dimeji Ajibola	Eric Achimien & Donald Tombia	October 15, 2023 (2023-10-15)
Edafe focuses on his passion for football and school life, where he earns a scholarship after a standout game. Around him, friends face personal challenges: Dare experiences a traumatic event that leads to violent consequences, and Banjo and Kaima navigate early parenthood. A celebratory day turns tragic, as Edafe’s path changes dramatically due to an altercation with Dare, ultimately leading to Edafe’s imprisonment. Meanwhile, a new antagonist, Tequila, emerges, setting off a series of additional conflicts.
3	3	"Episode 3"	Dimeji Ajibola	Eric Achimien & Donald Tombia	October 22, 2023 (2023-10-22)
4	4	"Episode 4"	Dimeji Ajibola	Eric Achimien & Donald Tombia	October 29, 2023 (2023-10-29)
5	5	"Episode 5"	Dimeji Ajibola	Eric Achimien & Donald Tombia	November 5, 2023 (2023-11-05)
6	6	"Episode 6"	Dimeji Ajibola	Eric Achimien & Donald Tombia	November 12, 2023 (2023-11-12)
7	7	"Episode 7"	Dimeji Ajibola	Eric Achimien & Donald Tombia	November 19, 2023 (2023-11-19)
8	8	"Episode 8"	Dimeji Ajibola	Eric Achimien & Donald Tombia	November 26, 2023 (2023-11-26)
9	9	"Episode 9"	Dimeji Ajibola	Eric Achimien & Donald Tombia	December 3, 2023 (2023-12-03)
10	10	"Episode 10"	Dimeji Ajibola	Eric Achimien & Donald Tombia	December 10, 2023 (2023-12-10)