Popular Nigerian filmmaker Bolanle Jenrola has unveiled a new television series aimed at helping teenagers navigate issues of identity, leadership, and personal growth through relatable storytelling.
In a post on her Instagram page on Monday, Jenrola announced that the series, titled “Taste of Kingship,” was created as a mentoring tool that utilizes storytelling to guide young audiences in making life decisions.
“Stories shape how young people see themselves and the possibilities available to them. With Taste of Kingship, the goal is to create engaging stories that entertain but also help teenagers think about character, leadership, and the choices they make,” she wrote.
Jenrola explained that the television series format allows for deeper character development and lessons that young viewers can follow over time.
“Film allows you to tell one story, but a series allows you to build a world and explore different experiences that young people can learn from,” she added.
She also highlighted the role of digital platforms in connecting independent creators directly with audiences.
“With platforms like YouTube, storytellers can now build stories that inspire people across different places,” she said.
Jenrola, who has worked across film, television, and literature, has built a career in the Nigerian creative industry as a producer, director, and executive producer. Her previous work includes the feature film Trigger, distributed on various streaming platforms.
She also served as a producer at Accelerate TV before becoming supervising producer of the Accelerate Filmmaker Project, a programme designed to train and empower emerging Nigerian filmmakers.