The much-anticipated Mariam vs. Chioma dispute erupts in the eighth episode of The Real Housewives of Lagos (RHOLagos) as tensions between Mariam Timmer and Chioma Ikokwu rise. The episode gives viewers a front-row seat to the drama as it develops through a combination of playdates, heartfelt discoveries, and dramatic confrontations.

After missing two episodes, Iyabo makes a triumphant comeback, receiving a rejuvenating spa date from Mariam. The main topic of discussion during their catch-up is Mariam’s claim that Iyabo and Chioma are being dishonest by continuing to be friends with Laura, especially considering how they have treated her in the past.

When Tiannah confides in her friend Queen about her health worries during a heart-to-heart, the episode takes an intense turn. Tiannah disclosed her mother’s struggle with thyroid cancer, Tiannah expresses her fears about leaving her children, leading to a heartfelt moment filled with raw emotions.

Tania sets up an innocent-seeming playdate for Mariam and Chioma to read her book, “Sarai’s Culture Day” but it ends up being a heated argument. Mariam’s charge of “fakery” which she uses to characterise what she believes to be insincerity in Chioma’s conduct, is the cause of the mounting tension.

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The origins of this dispute can be found in Mariam’s previous remarks made at Zaza and during a de-stressing session, in which she claimed that Chioma and Iyabo were pretending to be friends with Laura following a turbulent event the year before. As their argument approaches its climax, Mariam and Chioma trade nasty remarks, with Mariam saying that if she were a mother, Chioma wouldn’t fight in front of kids.

Chioma — You’re a pr0stitute, saying I don’t have a child

Mariam — You call me ashawo but you’re sleeping with married men and yahoo yahoo boys

😂 #RHOL #RHOLagos pic.twitter.com/LDgC91M3ry

— Chukwu Jagaban (@MbaAdol) November 22, 2023

RHOL E9: The highlight of this episode is the star girl ‘CONDESCENDING’😂Whether it’s Iyabo asserting that faith is condescending, Tiannah revealing Mariam’s claim that Chioma said Tiannah is condescending Mariam,or Iyabo stating she introduced the term “condescending” #RHOLagos pic.twitter.com/9OcDaCgxA0

— FLO (@flo__cosmos) November 24, 2023

Paradoxically, the argument’s aftermath shows Chioma turning to Iyabo for comfort while Mariam enjoys a virtual reality (VR) club session with Tiannah, discussing Mariam’s penchant for drama this season. Mariam defends her outspoken nature, stating, “I say it the way it is”.

RHOL E9: The highlight of this episode is the star girl ‘CONDESCENDING’😂Whether it’s Iyabo asserting that faith is condescending, Tiannah revealing Mariam’s claim that Chioma said Tiannah is condescending Mariam,or Iyabo stating she introduced the term “condescending” #RHOLagos pic.twitter.com/9OcDaCgxA0

— FLO (@flo__cosmos) November 24, 2023

Laura is arranging her white wedding amid the drama that is developing, which gives the story an emotional element. A vibrant, glamorous, and humorous finale is provided by Denrele’s birthday celebration for Faith Morey. The ongoing turmoil with the chimpanzee and raccoon makes Mariam noticeably missing.

Friendship 101: “Be careful of friends that sit down beside your enemies” -Mariam #RHOLagos pic.twitter.com/TKvN9Q5QUE

— Showmax Naija (@ShowmaxNG) November 27, 2023

So,rumour has it that this guy that sent flowers to Chioma up front is an actor..
Could what Mariam have said be true??
That she’s hiring actors to play boyfriend?#RHOLagos pic.twitter.com/nhLOgsuOlI

— Manuel Tobs (@thepalazzoboy) November 24, 2023

The promo for the upcoming episode suggests a confrontation, which keeps fans excited for the next chapter of the continuing drama. Fans are urged to watch Showmax every Friday and join the debate by using the hashtag #RHOLagos as the plot twists and turns continue.

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