Samuel Okocha: Telling Stories That Matter Through Words and Images

Multimedia journalist, photographer and editorial consultant

Lagos, Nigeria’s largest and most dynamic city, is a place of extremes, where wealth and poverty, modernity and tradition, chaos and order coexist and collide.

This photo, part of my #LagosLivesOn series, captures a moment of mystery and intrigue in the city. It shows a young man holding a 1,000-naira note, with his arms and hands crossed behind his back to form an X. He was walking on the street in front of me, and I took this shot quickly. What message was he sending with his gesture? Was he proud or ashamed of his money? Was he flaunting or hiding it? Was he happy or sad?

This photo is part of my first photo book, published in 2019, which was an assemblage of moments of everyday Lagos. It was a project that challenged me to capture the essence and diversity of the city, and to tell its stories through images. It was also a project that made me reflect on my own values and goals as a journalist and a human being. And how street photography can be a window to the soul and a mirror of one’s struggles.

This photograph is available as a squared print of 20, size 10.5 inches by 10.5 inches, and printed on fine art paper high-quality Hahnanuhle photo rag paper, using Giclée - archival pigment inkjet and printed by a professional lab in the UK and Germany, ensuring the best colour and detail production. It comes signed and numbered with a certificate of authenticity, and costs €85, tax and shipping included.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a piece of Lagos through this work. Order now and get a glimpse of the city that lives on.

Lagos, Nigeria’s sprawling metropolis, is a city of contrasts, resilience and vibrancy. This print, part of my #LagosLivesOn series, captures a moment of awe and wonder in the city. It shows a street performer who balances a heavy iron seven on his teeth and reaches for a pan, creating a stunning contrast between the metal and the sky. He is a symbol of the city’s spirit, as he makes the most of what he has and entertains the crowd with his daring and skill.

This print is a limited edition of 20, size 16 inches by 12.8 inches, and printed fine art paper, Hahnemule Photo Rag, using Giclée - archival pigment inkjet and printed by a professional lab in the UK and Germany, ensuring the best colour and detail production. It comes signed and numbered with a certificate of authenticity, and costs €140, tax and shipping included.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a piece of Lagos’s culture and history through this work. Order now and enjoy the beauty and energy of this city in your home or office.

Lagos is more than a city. It is a living, breathing entity that never stops moving, changing, and growing. It is a city that challenges me, and I want to challenge you to see it through my eyes. This print is part of my #LagosLivesOn series, a collection of prints that reveal the soul of the city.

This print shows Idumota, one of the city’s most vibrant markets. You can feel the pulse of the city in this image, as you witness the crowded streets, the colourful makeshift shops, and the diverse people. Idumota is a place where you can find anything and everything, from fabrics to electronics, and where commerce and culture collide. It is a place that embodies the spirit of Lagos.

This print is a limited edition of 20, size 20 inches by 16 inches, and printed on fine art paper, Hahnemühle Photo Rag, using Giclée - archival pigment inkjet and printed by a professional lab in the UK and Germany, ensuring the best colour and detail production. It is a high-quality print, suitable for framing and displaying in your home or office. It comes with a certificate of authenticity, signed by me, the artist.

This print is available for €150, tax and shipping included. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a piece of Lagos through this work. Order now and experience the beauty and energy of this city in your home or office.

Lagos, Nigeria’s sprawling metropolis, is a city of contrasts. It is home to millions of people who hustle and bustle in its chaotic streets, seeking opportunities and survival. This stunning photograph captures a moment of everyday life in Lagos. It shows a bus conductor hanging on to the sides of a commercial yellow bus, locally known as Danfo, as he calls out the destination and collects fares from passengers. His face is full of expression, reflecting his passion and perseverance in the face of traffic and chaos.

This photograph is part of my #LagosLivesOn series, which showcases the stories and spirit of Lagosians through the lens of an iPhone. Through the series, I wanted to share my perspective and celebrate the energy and resilience of the city and its inhabitants. This photograph was featured in Mobo Fest, the first photography exhibition to run alongside the Mobile Journalism Conference, MojoCon, in Galway, Ireland, in May 2017. It was selected among the works of other talented mobile photographers from around the world.

This photograph is available as a limited edition print of 20, size 15 inches by 12 inches, numbered and signed by me, the photographer.  It comes with a certificate of authenticity and is printed on high-quality Hahnemühle Photo Rag paper. It is printed by a professional lab in the UK and Germany, ensuring the best colour and detail production.

The price is €130, plus shipping and handling. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a piece of Lagos through this amazing photograph. Order now and get a glimpse of the city that lives on.

Lagos is a city of hustle and bustle, where chaos and colour coexist. This photograph, part of my #LagosLivesOn series, captures the essence of one of its largest bazaars, Balogun Market. It is a place where you can find anything and everything, from fabrics to electronics, and where commerce and culture meet. It is a place that embodies the spirit of Lagos.

This photograph is a limited edition of 20, size 16 inches by 12.8 inches, and printed on fine art paper, Hahnemühle Photo Rag, using Giclée - archival pigment inkjet and printed by a professional lab in the UK and Germany, ensuring the best colour and detail production. It comes signed and numbered with a certificate of authenticity, and costs €140, tax and shipping included.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a piece of Lagos through this work. Order now and enjoy the beauty and energy of this city in your home or office.

Manuwa Street, 2021 - Front cover image for the English version of Manuwa Street, a narrative nonfiction that explores everyday life during the COVID-19 lockdown in Lagos, written by award winning French Journalist Sophie Bouillon.

Print Size: 17″ × 14″ gallery quality print in 20″ × 17″ customized fine art wood frame:€350* (tax included and free worldwide shipping).

DETAILS:

Fine art paper: Hahnemühle Photo Rag
Print: Giclée - archival pigment inkjet printed by pro Lab
Frame: 20″ × 17″ / black or white with anti-reflective art glass.

Order: Please send me an email if you have any question or specific request.
Once an order is confirmed, printing, packaging and shipping process will begin. Delivery time takes about 2 weeks, depending on location.

Uganda's Kampala, 2015, from the Africa Travel Diary which explores daily life in city streets on the continent.

Print Size: 15″ x 12" gallery quality print in 16.5″ x 13.5″ customized fine art wood frame: €350* (tax included, free shipping worldwide).

DETAILS:

Fine art paper: Hahnemühle Photo Rag
Print: Giclée - archival pigment inkjet printed by pro Lab
Frame: 18″ x 15″ / black or white / white mat board with anti-reflective art glass.

Order: Please send me an email if you have any question or specific request.
Once an order is confirmed, printing, packaging and shipping process will begin. Delivery time takes about 2 weeks, depending on location.