I am Abdullahi T.A, a Photojournalist and Documentary Filmmaker. Although born in Lagos, Nigeria, I am originally from Sheshe in Kano, Nigeria. I was raised in the slums of Lagos, specifically Idiaraba. This upbringing gave me an edge because, as a northerner raised in Lagos, I have been greatly influenced by multiple cultures, making me versatile and emotionally sensitive to people.
I believe in a community-driven, community-based, and community-led approach to storytelling. I am committed to capturing not only the essence of urban life but also exploring the culture and climate challenges within our communities. My work is rooted in the belief that the most authentic and powerful stories emerge from the heart of the communities they represent.
In conclusion, for me, storytelling is a means to express our reality, be it positive or negative. I see storytelling as a medium to enact change, counter single narratives, and initiate discussions by empowering, educating, advocating, and sensitizing people about the realities within our society.
Vendor Biography
I am Abdullahi T.A, a Photojournalist and Documentary Filmmaker. Although born in Lagos, Nigeria, I am originally from Sheshe in Kano, Nigeria. I was raised in the slums of Lagos, specifically Idiaraba. This upbringing gave me an edge because, as a northerner raised in Lagos, I have been greatly influenced by multiple cultures, making me versatile and emotionally sensitive to people.
I believe in a community-driven, community-based, and community-led approach to storytelling. I am committed to capturing not only the essence of urban life but also exploring the culture and climate challenges within our communities. My work is rooted in the belief that the most authentic and powerful stories emerge from the heart of the communities they represent.
In conclusion, for me, storytelling is a means to express our reality, be it positive or negative. I see storytelling as a medium to enact change, counter single narratives, and initiate discussions by empowering, educating, advocating, and sensitizing people about the realities within our society.