A little about me

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MAYOWA Adebote is an Environmentalist and a documentary Photographer, My works are focused on documenting humanitarian and development-related projects. I also delves into spotlighting various topical stories making them relatable to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

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As one of Nigeria’s most versatile Documentary Photographer, I have worked on various environmental and development projects including UNDP’s Youth Climate Innovation Hub, SustyVibes’ Communitrees Tree Planting Project funded by the UK High Commission in Nigeria, Climate Solution Leadership Training a project funded by US Youth Alumni Engagement Programme. I have also worked on a number of documentaries - including one for the African Development Bank (AfDB)

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In 2021, I received a $2700 grant from the UMI Funds, which allowed me to travel to all six geopolitical zones of Nigeria. During my travels, I observed and documented various instances of climate change causes and impacts across the country.

Later in 2021, I coordinated the Black Oxygen Project, which documented the illegal activities of a tyre recycling company (Yoyo Recycling) in Orimerumu community of Ogun State Nigeria. The project revealed how the air quality is being greatly affected and the associated health and economic issues linked to the pollution caused.

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I work with non-profits promoting a clean environment and sustainable development goals. Some of my works have been featured on platforms such as 5 Media, Voice of Nigeria (VON), SEforALL, Abuja Photo Festival, Climate Tracker, Pulitzer and many more.



I am currently working on Project Climagraphy, a project aimed at documenting the realities of climate change across Nigeria. I believe that photography is a medium to spotlight real issues and amplify untold narratives. I am actively involved in initiatives that promote social development and environmental sustainability in Nigeria.