Agbejule Owoyemi: The Creative Precision Behind Showmax’s Original Thriller Diiche

By Uwaezu Kanu

In recent years, Nigerian television has witnessed a creative renaissance, with premium series redefining production values and narrative ambition. Among these standout projects is Diiche, the psychological thriller produced for Showmax, which captured audience attention with its layered storytelling, emotional depth, and cultural resonance. Beyond its critical reception, Diiche went on to receive multiple award nominations, including a prestigious nomination for Best Film at the 2023 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), a testament to the strength of its storytelling and execution.

While the series has been widely praised for its performances, direction, and visual style, one of its most vital creative contributions came from behind the scenes through the work of Agbejule Owoyemi, the show’s creative script supervisor. In a production as intricate as Diiche, script supervision was not merely a technical requirement but a storytelling necessity.

Script supervisors serve as the custodians of narrative continuity, ensuring that dialogue, character arcs, emotional beats, and story logic remain consistent throughout production. For Diiche, a series built on psychological tension, shifting timelines, and carefully revealed truths, this role demanded exceptional attention to detail and deep engagement with the script. Owoyemi’s responsibility spanned every stage of production, tracking scenes meticulously and supporting the directors and editors in preserving the story’s internal coherence.

The strength of Diiche lies in its ability to maintain suspense while unfolding complex emotional histories. Flashbacks, subtle character transformations, and gradual revelations form the backbone of the narrative. Owoyemi’s work ensured that these elements aligned seamlessly across episodes, preventing continuity lapses that could disrupt audience immersion. His collaboration with the directing team allowed for creative flexibility on set while safeguarding the integrity of the script.

Beyond continuity, Owoyemi brought a creative sensibility to his role, contributing to the rhythm and emotional consistency of the series. His detailed reports and on-set observations became vital reference tools during post-production, enabling editors to assemble a final cut that reflected both the directors’ vision and the script’s original intent. This precision played a significant role in elevating Diiche to the level of critical recognition it eventually achieved.

The multiple nominations garnered by Diiche, including its AMVCA Best Film nod in 2023, underscore the importance of every department in delivering high-quality television. While awards often spotlight actors and directors, the success of Diiche is also a celebration of the less visible professionals whose work sustains storytelling excellence.

As Nigerian television continues to gain international attention, practitioners like Agbejule Owoyemi represent a growing class of creative technicians whose expertise is shaping the future of premium African content. His work on Diiche stands as a reminder that powerful stories are not only written and performed, they are carefully supervised, protected, and refined.

With Diiche, Owoyemi affirms his place among the creative professionals contributing meaningfully to Nigeria’s evolving television culture, ensuring that stories are told with clarity, depth, and enduring impact.