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Creating Fearlessly I’ve had the privilege of working with @orirenwani and @josh_olaolu for about five years now, and every time we create together, I learn something new. Their pursuit of excellence and the way they carry out their work with intention and organization is truly second to none. During the program on Thursday, lessons were learned, stories were shared, and ideas were exchanged, the kind of moments that keep you going. In that moment, I made a decision within myself, to create more iconic moments. To see beyond the obvious. To explore every possible angle. To create fearlessly. Moments like these remind me why I do what I do, to capture not just images, but stories that live beyond the moment. I’m excited to share these moments with you. #blackandwhite #storytelling #creatingfearlessly

ÌRÈTÍ There is a Yoruba adage: Ìrètí tí a pẹ́ máa ń fa ìrora ọkàn. Delayed hope weighs heavily on the heart. After the prayers, the gates open. Cars roll out. Hands stretch forward. Not in rebellion. Not in shame. But in hope. This is not a story about a mosque. It is a story about a nation, where faith is strong, yet survival grows heavier by the day. In this land, we pray. We work. We wait. We have found ourselves in seasons where hope feels postponed, in our homes, in our economy, in our security, in our future. But still, we stand. Still, we believe. And perhaps that is the miracle, that even here, hope has not died. One day, poverty will loosen its grip. Insecurity will fade. Inflation will be remembered, not endured. Until then, we hold on. Ìrètí. Shot with @apple Shot by @femifos_documentary #documentary #hope #ramadan #black #blackandwhite

Birthday gini? 😏 Growing up, birthdays were not really a big thing in my house. There was a story behind that. So I never really learned how to celebrate mine. But I mastered celebrating others, gifts, long messages, prayers, hype… I go all out. Then one day, people started celebrating me. Surprises. Cakes. Prayers. Banquets. And I won’t lie, I like it now. 😂 But if there’s anything I’m truly celebrating today, it’s this: Friends. Growth. Lives impacted. If you knew me before, you’d understand why growth means everything to me. I used to avoid speaking in public. I stuttered. I believed my English wasn’t good enough. I struggled to express myself. I would send my posts to people to proofread before posting. Many times, I knew what to say but couldn’t say it. Today? Things have changed. Not perfect. Not “there” yet. But the growth is massive. So… Birthday gini? It’s growth. It’s grace. It’s becoming. Happy Birthday to me. 🎉 Femi Festus Ojo. 📸 @peace_ight

F E M I F O S | B T S Always a joy being behind the scenes with brilliant minds, where creativity and ideas make every scene count. Shooting behind the scenes and creating beautiful images. After an incredible first season of Tales of Ramadan, we just wrapped season two and it was amazing! Wishing all my Muslim friends a blessed Ramadan Kareem. Don’t miss Tales of Ramadan on YouTube! #RamadanKareem #TalesOfRamadan #bts Assisted by @clinton_adesanya and lege_ndary0.1

FEMIFOS | BTS I’ve been privileged to witness the unseen side of filmmaking, the strength, sweat, blood, intellect, and emotion that live behind the camera. As a behind the scenes photographer, I document the quiet moments and honor the faces that work tirelessly, day and night, turning passion, skill, and purpose into stories the world connects with. On set, everyone shows up with their A-game, bringing creativity, discipline, and heart, all aligning with the writer’s vision to make the story come alive. #documentary #blackandwhite #bts #filmmaking

Owó itàn Hands of History Whatever your hands find doing. Queen Salawa Abeni The beads. The wrinkles. The weight of time. Some stories are already written into the skin. She is a queen of Wákà music, a woman who rose in the 1970s and became one of the most influential voices in Nigerian indigenous music. She carried Wakà from the streets and communal gatherings to national and international stages, becoming one of the first women to transform the genre into a cultural and commercial force. For decades, her voice has soundtracked weddings, celebrations, and everyday life, weaving Yoruba poetry, spirituality, social commentary, and rhythm into music that spoke directly to the people. She didn’t just sing, she preserved culture, language, and memory. These hands have held microphones, prayer beads, and seasons of triumph and hardship. They have aged with grace. They have earned every line. This is what legacy looks like.

Ọwọ́ Ìtàn Hands of History Whatever your hands find doing. The beads. The wrinkles. The weight of time. Some stories are already written into the skin. She is a queen of Wákà music, a woman who rose in the 1970s and became one of the most influential voices in Nigerian indigenous music. She carried Wákà from the streets and communal gatherings to national and international stages, becoming one of the first women to transform the genre into a cultural and commercial force. For decades, her voice has soundtracked weddings, celebrations, and everyday life, weaving Yoruba poetry, spirituality, social commentary, and rhythm into music that spoke directly to the people. She didn’t just sing, she preserved culture, language, and memory. These hands have held microphones, prayer beads, and seasons of triumph and hardship. They have aged with grace. They have earned every line. This is what legacy looks like. WHO IS SHE? Shot by @femifos Assisted by @clinton_adesanya Shot for @littlelagoskollective

F E M I F O S | L E G A C Y Last week, I got a call from @unkle_rr to document a show for @afrobeatrebellion , and what an experience it turned out to be, pure energy, rhythm, and magic on stage. One thing I’ve come to deeply admire about the Kuti family is how legacy, ideology, and purpose have been passed down from generation to generation, not just as a name, but as a calling. From the fearless Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, whose courage and leadership helped liberate women from internal slavery and strengthened Nigeria’s fight for sovereignty… to her son Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, the Abami Ẹda, who used music as a weapon against oppression. Fela’s voice was never chained, even when his body was. I remember one of his songs titled “Je n wi Temi” where he said, “Lock me up, but you can’t shut my mouth.” That defiance still echoes. Then came Yeni Kuti, Seun Kuti, and Femi Kuti, each carrying that same fire in their own way, through movement, activism, and music. And now, standing on that same powerful foundation, is Made Kuti, a reflection of legacy renewed. The moment Made stepped on stage, everything changed. The atmosphere lit up instantly, the crowd surged forward, and finding space near the front became almost impossible. The energy was electric, contagious… I’m sure if a crippled man were there, even he would’ve stood up to dance. 😂 Made’s performance was so gentle, yet so groundbreaking, his words flowed softly with the rhythm, but their meaning cut deep. His sound was calm but commanding, his lyrics, so educational and reflective that they made you pause and think. It wasn’t just a performance, it was an experience, a conversation between history and the present, carried in melody. The Kutis have proven one thing over time you can’t silence truth when it’s carried in the blood. 🔥 📸 @femifos_documentary 📍 @afrobeatrebellion

I am grateful To be have been loved And to be loved now And to be able to love Because that liberates, love liberates It doesn’t just hold, that’s ego Love liberates. 📸: @femifos The Rebellion continues ✨

FEMIFOS | BTS Earlier this year, had the privilege of documenting behind-the-scenes moments for a special Ramadan commercial with #maggi seasoning. This wasn’t just a single story, it was a six-part series, each episode exploring a unique narrative of faith, family, food, and the little moments that make Ramadan so deeply personal. One thing I love to do is give voice to the unheard and faces to the unseen and I’ve intentionally woven that into my style of shooting. For me, photography isn’t just about what’s in front of the camera, but about the quiet emotions, the overlooked gestures, and the humanity behind the scenes. Through my lens, I witnessed stories of connection, tradition, and the role food plays in bringing people together during this sacred season. These are a few stills from that journey. Real people. Real moments. Ramadan through my eyes. 📸 Femifos Assisted by @clintonkarnon & @sommyshoit #documentary #blackandwhite #storytelling

FEMIFOS | BTS Earlier this year, had the privilege of documenting behind-the-scenes moments for a special Ramadan commercial with #maggi seasoning. This wasn’t just a single story, it was a six-part series, each episode exploring a unique narrative of faith, family, food, and the little moments that make Ramadan so deeply personal. One thing I love to do is give voice to the unheard and faces to the unseen and I’ve intentionally woven that into my style of shooting. For me, photography isn’t just about what’s in front of the camera, but about the quiet emotions, the overlooked gestures, and the humanity behind the scenes. Through my lens, I witnessed stories of connection, tradition, and the role food plays in bringing people together during this sacred season. These are a few stills from that journey. Real people. Real moments. Ramadan through my eyes. #documentary #bts #blackandwhite 📸 Femifos Assisted by @clintonkarnon & @sommyshoit

FEMIFOS | BTS Earlier this year, I had the privilege of documenting behind-the-scenes moments for a special Ramadan commercial with #maggi seasoning. This wasn’t just a single story, it was a six-part series, each episode exploring a unique narrative of faith, family, food, and the little moments that make Ramadan so deeply personal. One thing I love to do is give voice to the unheard and faces to the unseen and I’ve intentionally woven that into my style of shooting. For me, photography isn’t just about what’s in front of the camera, but about the quiet emotions, the overlooked gestures, and the humanity behind the scenes. Through my lens, I witnessed stories of connection, tradition, and the role food plays in bringing people together during this sacred season. These are a few stills from that journey. Real people. Real moments. Ramadan through my eyes. 📸 Femifos #bts #documentary #food