Bulus Yawo Blessing

One week later and I still can’t get over the experience of screening Mi Tazi to a fully packed cinema. It’s one thing to have a dream; it’s another for someone else to hear that dream and believe in it enough to walk the journey with you. I remember that Monday morning in June 2025, sitting in an interview with Sophie, not knowing how much that moment would shape what Mi Tazi would become and since then, the film has evolved in ways I could never have imagined. Yet, one of my greatest joys was sitting in the audience, watching the fruit of our labour of love unfold on a big screen. The private screening was wholesome, affirming, and deeply humbling. To hear feedback from people who met this story for the first time, made every step worthwhile. This is only the beginning. More screenings coming soon. Production company @azurestudiosng Mi Tazi is proudly supported by StoryMi Academy & the French Embassy in Lagos. @storymiacademy @franceinnigeria

Two weeks in and I’m still ecstatic about how my exhibition went. It’s so hard to pick my favorite part; the panel session, people’s reactions to my work, the conversations that followed, or is it the joy on my parents’ faces, or the overwhelming support from family and friends who showed up. Honestly, everything was perfect, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. It’s the final viewing week, you can still drop by at MAD House, Lagoon Front UNILAG @madhousebytikera to experience Resonance curated by Dr. Bolaji Ogunwo

What a journey it has been over the past year. From the initial vision shared by Tamara to the final release of the Hallelujah Challenge Story, it’s been more than just a project—it’s been an experience, one that could only have been possible through God almighty. From the moment Tamara shared her vision to the final stage of this project, every step of the way has been a testament to teamwork and dedication. Assembling a global team was no small feat, but through unwavering commitment, the team in different cities, countries, and continents made the impossible possible. It would take a while to tell this whole story but for now, I must say, I’m truly humbled and honored to have been a part of this journey, crafting a narrative that celebrates God’s Grace and the unity of believers worldwide. This project isn’t about us—it’s about His Glory shining through every frame, every voice, every testimony, and every moment. It’s been a privilege beyond words to tell the story of one of Africa’s biggest non-denominational christian gatherings. Huge thanks to our Executive Producer Nathaniel Bassey @nathanielblow and our visionary Director and my Co- Producer, Tamara @tamaraadeyemi for entrusting me with this monumental task. To God be the glory. what a week it has been. What a way to begin the month of june. I’m excited to announce that the three-part series is streaming on pastor Nathaniel’s Youtube channel. Join us in experiencing the journey, the inspiration, and the power of the Hallelujah Challenge Story. Watch and be blessed! #AfricaWillFeedTheWorld #HallelujahChallengeDocumentary #HallelujahChallengeStory #Hallelujah

Love lives here 🌼💛 To everyone in these frames and beyond them, thank you for showing up for me so beautifully. My heart is full. Lagos will always have my heart. #MiTaziDocumentaryFilm #Blessingbulus #ArtAndCulture #NokArtCulture Photographs by @oluyomiakin_

Forever grateful for the gift of men in my life. Abuja was beautiful 🌼😍💛 #Mitazi #VlisualArtist #Storyteller #DocumentaryFilm #NokArtCulture

It’s been several weeks since traveling from Lagos to Nok & Kuryas in Kaduna, to Abuja at @ifnigeria and back to Lagos @af.lagos for the screening of @mitazifilm and I’m still wrapped in the love that fills me. It makes me remember the profound ending monologue from Akeelah and the Bee that says “You know that feeling where everything feels right, where you don’t have to worry about tomorrow, or yesterday, but you feel safe and know you’re doing the best you can? There’s a word for that feeling. It’s called love.” That’s what April felt like for me. Mi Tazi screened in Nok, my ancestral hometown, then in my village on the exact day my father’s death marked 15 years, and again in Abuja on the anniversary of his burial. On the 18th of April, the film screened in Lagos surrounded by friends and family who knew my father when he was alive, and people who have held and supported me through the years since losing him. The April screenings became more than just screening a film to an audience. It felt like memory, grief, healing, home, faith, and love all existing in the same space at once. Something I still can’t fully articulate, but I know I felt love. My deepest gratitude to the entire team of StoryMi Academy @storymiacademy the French Embassy @franceinnigeria and the French Institut @ifnigeria for this incredible experience. Thank you 🌼🌼🌼 #MiTazi #DocumentaryFilm #ArtAndCulture #NokArt #Heritage

A great time was had last night at the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards 2026. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees. Grateful to have been part of Aljana, a film by @graceyakubu_ which received 3 nominations. Even without a win, being recognized on such a stage is still special. Here’s to more stories, more growth, more work ahead. #AMVCA12

Life is so interesting. Ten years ago, around March, in the days leading up to my late father’s 5th anniversary, I found myself thinking a lot about him. I was overwhelmed with sadness and anger that I didn’t have a photograph with him so, I created this image of myself standing across from his photograph hanging on the wall. A decade later, I made a film, Mi Tazi about that same fear of forgetting him, using it as a way to reconnect with him. On the 6th of April, 2026, it marked 15 years since he passed. I’m deeply and honestly grateful to God for His grace and mercy over my life and my family. There’s no way we would have made it through without Him. To everyone experiencing grief in any form, may God comfort you in the way only He can, because He truly knows what’s best. #MiTazi #Photograph #DaddysGirlForever #Memories #LoveAndFamily

Some moments feel bigger than any post you could make. It’s been over a week since Aljana received 3 nominations at the 12th AMVCA, and I’ve been taking my time to truly process what this means 🥳🥳🥳 Some films take time. Aljana took 4 to 5 years to become tangible. Years of believing, pushing, and refusing to let go. Being part of this journey as Associate Producer has been one of the most defining experiences for me, watching a story grow from a short film into a feature, stretch, and finally find its place in the world. Wow. Just wow. Today, Aljana is nominated in 3 categories at the AMVCA for Best Indigenous Language (West Africa), Best Supporting Actress, and Best Art Direction, and that, in itself, is a win 👌👌👌 I am especially proud of Grace Yakubu @graceyakubu_ , her vision, courage, and commitment to telling stories that truly matter. Aljana is more than a film. It speaks to real issues, real people, real experiences. Congratulations to all the cast and crew for believing in this story and bringing in their A game, and congratulations to all the nominees. I truly can’t wait for you to experience the world of Aljana but before then, let’s bring this award home. If you believe in real human stories, please support us. Vote. Share. Be part of this moment. Voting link is in my bio. Let’s bring it home. Thank you to @africamagic for creating such a platform where stories and storytellers are seen, heard and celebrated. #12thamvca #ALJANA #IndegenousStorytelling #AssociateProducer #AfricanCinema

My Abuja people, pull up. Next Wednesday, April 8th, StoryMi Academy, @storymiacademy the French Embassy, @franceinnigeria and the French Institute of Nigeria @ifnigeria are hosting a special screening featuring films from my co-fellows and I, and I’d really love to see you there. I’ll be screening Mi Tazi alongside these beautiful, personal stories. Come watch, connect, and stay for the post screening conversation. Registration link is in my bio. #MiTazi #DocumentaryFilm #VisualArtist #Filmmaker

We did it, Joe🥳🥳🥳 I’m so grateful to everyone who has supported me and Mi Tazi, your engagement across different platforms, your love, push, and belief means so much to me. Thank you to the All African Indie Film Festival @allafricansindiefilmfestival for the distribution grant and for creating a platform where stories like this can be seen and felt. To StoryMi @storymiacademy and the French Embassy in Nigeria @ifnigeria who were the first believers and supporters of this dream, I say thank you. Mi Tazi to world 🌎 #MiTazi #DocumentaryFilm #DistributionGrant #BlessingBulus #Filmmaker

There was strength in her work. A kind of honesty you don’t rush past. The kind that asks you to slow down… and feel. Mi Tazi carried heart. It carried humility. It carried a tenderness around memory, grief, and creation that stayed with us long after we experienced it. And that is exactly why this matters. We are proud to announce the winner of the ₦1,000,000 AAIFF Creative Grant. This… this is the dream. To find stories like this. To support them. To stand behind artists who create with care, with depth, and with truth. We’re honoured to walk this journey with you. This is only the beginning. ✨ 📸: @aaiffproductions #AAIFF #ArtAsHealing #WomenInFilm #AfricanStories