The Showmax Original reality series, The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa, has brought together dynamic women from various parts of the continent for an unforgettable adventure in the vibrant setting of Brazil. This highly anticipated spin-off, following the success of The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: South Africa, features housewives from Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa embarking on a new chapter filled with drama, glamour, and profound sisterhood under the Brazilian sun. The series premiered on Showmax on Friday, November 28, 2025.

Among the notable personalities joining this continental journey is Princess Jecoco from The Real Housewives of Abuja. In an exclusive interview, Princess shared candid insights into her experience, from the initial call to her emotional journey and the friendships forged along the way. Her first reaction to the invitation was a mix of excitement and shock, recognizing it as a significant honor to represent Nigeria, specifically Abuja, on such a prominent continental platform. Despite initial nerves about authentically presenting herself, she viewed it as a powerful personal and civic moment, ultimately accepting the invitation for the promise of a unique vacation.

Returning to the reality TV spotlight after some time away, Princess Jecoco revealed her preparation involved extensive self-work, focusing on balancing her businesses and family life. Mentally, she engaged in journaling and prayer, reaffirming her identity not just as a housewife, but as a lawyer, mother, and cultural ambassador. This period of grounding left her feeling stronger and more centered when the opportunity arose.

Navigating the group dynamics, Princess noted that her naturally big energy meant her presence was easily felt. However, she emphasized a commitment to camaraderie and genuine conversations, approaching the trip with confidence rather than aggression, ensuring her space was respected without dominating. She drew a distinct contrast between this trip and her experience on The Real Housewives of Abuja. While RHOAbuja focused on daily business, family, and local power dynamics, the Ultimate Girls Trip, infused with vacation energy, brought out more relaxed and spontaneous sides of the cast. For Princess, it revealed her adaptability, her capacity for both deep conversations and playful vulnerability, and notably, her emotional depth, admitting to crying frequently during the journey.

Representing her city and Igbo heritage was of paramount importance to Princess Jecoco, who also serves as the president of Umu Asa Cultural Association. She expressed a deep responsibility to present her authentic self, including her culture, values, accent, and humor, ensuring viewers saw her true identity rather than a caricature. She also hinted at the beauty of off-camera moments, where cast members let their guards down, revealing unexpected emotional or boisterous sides. However, she candidly shared that one cast member consistently performed for the cameras, creating annoying and disruptive tension, leading to multiple conflicts within the group.

Recalling a particularly chaotic behind-the-scenes moment in Brazil, Princess described a night where several cast members stayed up late, sharing wine and conversation under the stars. This spontaneously evolved into a barefoot dance party to Brazilian beats, a moment she cherished as