The season which has twelve episodes, directed by Jadesola Osiberu,[1][2] is set in Lagos, Abuja and Calabar, and continues to follow the lives of "four socialites as they strive to make it in a world that is anything but fair".

After finding out about Illa's illegal ventures, Obi grows cold feet and tries to pull out of the relationship, and he ends up getting kidnapped.

The investors however extended the deadline period, but this was hampered by Folarin, who is now into politics, and through his power shuts down Techserve in revenge for Yvonne.

[5] On the decision to air on TV, associate producer Kemi 'Lala' Akindoju commented: "In every work of art, you want as many people as possible to see it, you would not want it to be restricted".

[9] Eromo Egbejule comments: "Throughout the series, it is so easy to note that the catalogue employed in making the music choices is as large in depth as it is lovely in execution.

Nollywood Reinvented commended the changes made to the second season, cited Folarin (played by Daniel Effiong) as the standout character and concluded: "Gidi Up is more than a superficial drama because laced within all the Lagos heat, it also brings to the surface relevant societal issues," "The show brings the laughs.

[16] Ghana Celebrities comments: "The writers paint a picture that's relatable to the audience", "No matter what caste or class you find yourself in, whether a socialite in Lagos or a pauper in the slums of Nima-Ghana, these are themes you can identify with".

It praised the acting, music and costume, concluding: "Moving at a pace reminiscent of all time classics like The Wire or Game of Thrones, Gidi Up keeps you immersed in the story to the extent that you often find yourself asking where the last half hour went".

[17] CherryChatter commends the character development, music and states: "…the series captures the face of new Lagos; paying homage to the 'new' career paths, articulating the angst and generally lending itself to defining who the new Lagosian is".

[18] Idara Owodiong-Idemeko of Culture Custodian commended the choice of soundtrack, but faulted the sound mixing, She gave a rating of 8.8 out of 10 stars and concluded by stating: "Jadesola Osiberu has birthed real life characters that are relatable in every way.

Teefah Rozay commends the costume design and concludes: "Aside a teeny bit of over acting from a few of the secondary cast members, Gidi Up is an excellent production!