Documentary photography has always come with great responsibility. Not just to tell the story honestly and with empathy, but also to make sure the right people hear it. When you photograph someone who is in pain and discomfort, they trust you to make sure the images will act as their advocate – Giles Duley In lifting another person, we also lift ourselves – Seth Adam Smith I went to Makoko for my very first photoshoot back then in March to…
I see people voicing cases of domestic abuse on the social media, wives being battered by their husbands, even cases of sexual abuse is now everywhere. When people talk of abuse, what comes to mind is the case of battery and physical assault on women. The truth of the matter is that not all abusive relationship are filled with violence. Just because you have not been punched, beaten, battered or raped doesn’t mean you are not being abused. A lot…
Boy: I am so lucky to have her as my girlfriend; she’s so beautiful, smart, charming, ambitious, driven, caring and lively. Any guy would be lucky to have her, I bet she gets wooed like 10 times a day (takes a deep breath ) which makes me wonder if I can trust her. I mean how many times can she say no, I’m sure she won’t blink an eye before she starts seeing someone else if she thinks they’re better…
Organized by new PR company on the block, 100plus effects, who decided to have a fabulous unveiling party on a boat, I had so much fun with lots of yummy food and pastries to eat that I could eat no more. The event took place at the Ferry Water Front CMS, Lagos Island on Sunday 29 May 2016 and it was a mix of the cooling effect of water around us with mouth watering dishes, drinks and pastries. The event…
I was at the New Media Conference (NMC2016) which held on 27 May 2016 at the Four points by Sheraton Hotel. The New Media Conference 2016 featured industry experts, well moderated sessions to the delight and enlightenment of bloggers, social media users, digital media experts and even journalists. The event had more than 300 participants. Leveraging on the success of the 2015 edition, the NMC 2016 edition broadened more conversation on Nurturing a more Vibrant New Media industry in Nigeria”,…
The Asun nite was billed as an all night event. But for some inexplicable reasons, the show was brought to an abrupt end. The announcement was made right there as I got to the stage. Commotion of students trying to find their way out of the venue began immediately after. I struggled to make my way back to our table. I didn’t see the new development coming at all. My eyes caught Jummy in the rabble. I pulled her to…