“Jay Jay Okocha’s Superhero Journey Comes to Life in New Animated Series ‘The Chosen One'”
Popular African streaming outfit, Showmax, has announced the release of a new animated series titled “Jay Jay: The Chosen One.” The series is based on the life of Jay-Jay Okocha, a household name in Nigerian football, and is aimed at children between the ages of 6 and 11.
The animated series capture the childhood and adventures of Jay-Jay as he discovers his true calling in life and becomes a superhero. The show is set in Nigeria’s economic capital city, Lagos, and includes a cast of diverse characters who help Jay-Jay on his mission to save the world from evil forces.
The show is about an 11-year-old Augustine who dreams of representing his school at a highly rated football tournament with a team made up of his group of friends. Apart from with his passion for football, Augustine is also an animal lover. He relates with the animal kingdom, which bestows superpowers on him in return for his fight against illegal poaching.
The series is being produced by Spoof Animation, a prominent Nigerian animation studio that has been making waves in the industry with its high-quality productions. They are known for their brand of unique storytelling and animation style, which combines traditional African art with modern techniques.
“Jay Jay: The Chosen One” is set to feature a cast of star-studded voice actors, notably Nigerian music star, Niniola, who will be playing the character of Jay-Jay’s mother. Prince Unigwe (Glamour Girls, Samson in 2nd February) will be playing Jay Jay. Also cast are veteran actor Chinedu Ikedieze (Aki and PawPaw, The Johnsons), Samuel Ajibola (The Johnsons); pro-footballer turned actor Eric Obinna, Tinsel actress Mena Sodje, Lexan Peters and Pamilerin Ayodeji (The Father). The series also features the voice talents of Mawuli Gavor, a popular Ghanaian actor, and Kofi Adjorlolo, a veteran actor from Ghana.
The announcement of the new animated series has generated a lot of buzz among followers of African animation and Jay-Jay Okocha. Many could not wait to see their former football hero’s story brought to life in a new and exciting way, and are excited to see how the series will inspire a new generation of young Africans.
In conclusion, “Jay Jay: The Chosen One” is shaping up to be a promising new addition to Showmax’s growing repertoire of African contents. The series will serve as a testament to the growing popularity of African animation and the talent of the region’s creativity. Fans may need to wait a little longer to see the finished product, but it’s clear that “Jay Jay: The Chosen One” has the potential to be a hit both in Nigeria and internationally.
