Bam Bam Reveals Ghana's Slower Filmmaking Process Changed Her Perspective

Nigerian actress Bamike Olawunmi, popularly known as Bam Bam, has disclosed that working on her first Pan-African film in Ghana exposed her to a different style of filmmaking that she has come to appreciate.

Speaking on the Big Convo segment of the Culture Daily Morning Show on 3Music TV and Pluzz 89.9 FM, the actress reflected on her experience filming No Man of God in Ghana alongside actors including Majid Michel and Adjetey Anang.

Bam Bam said she initially struggled to adjust to the pace of film production in Ghana after working in Nigeria’s fast-moving industry.

“In Nigeria everything is fast-paced,” she said, explaining that she was surprised by the amount of time spent preparing scenes, adjusting lighting and resetting equipment.

However, she said returning to Lagos after the production made her appreciate Ghana’s approach.

“When I went back, the culture shock hit me. I realised people needed to take their time,” she said.

The actress described No Man of God as her first official Pan-African film outside Nigeria and said accepting the role was an easy decision after director Ampong Kwakye told her he had written the character with her in mind.

She also praised her Ghanaian co-stars, describing them as approachable despite their status in the industry.

Bam Bam said she particularly admired Adjetey Anang’s performance style and commended director Kwachye for patiently working with actors to achieve the best performances.

While she found the production pace different, she said both Ghana and Nigeria shared the same commitment to excellence on set.

The actress is back in Ghana to participate in No Man of God: The Musical, which will be staged at the National Theatre.