AFRICA Shooters and the World Trade Centre Abuja joined forces to strengthen connections between Africa and the global community through the Scott Kelby Worldwide Photowalk – one of the most renowned organized photography events in the world – hosted at the World Trade Centre in Abuja.
The event brought together photographers from across Nigeria to walk, capture images, and share their creative perspectives.
Held annually in more than 18 countries, the Scott Kelby Worldwide Photowalk unites photographers and creatives to refine their craft, explore new tools, and build community.
Adobe Ambassador and Founder of Africa Shooters, Ebuka Mordi, convened the Abuja edition of the Photowalk, sponsored by Adobe and hosted at the World Trade Centre, Abuja.
Mordi noted that the collaboration reflects the shared passion and vision of both Africa Shooters and the World Trade Centre for shaping the future of creativity and innovation.
“This collaboration speaks to the passion and energy that both Africa Shooters and the World Trade Centre share for shaping the future.
“It’s about creating opportunities, building networks, and giving the world more reasons to look closely at the creativity and the potentials that exist here in Africa,” Mordi said.
He also noted: “Hosting this Photowalk in Abuja allows us to highlight the creativity in Nigeria and across Africa.”
Welcoming participants, Mr. Ahmed Karim, Vice President of the World Trade Centre, Abuja, described the Centre as a physical and symbolic bridge linking Nigeria’s local enterprise with the global economy, and transforming the capital into a vibrant hub for trade, investment, and innovation.
“The World Trade Centre, Abuja represents more than infrastructure – it is a hub for showcasing modern African excellence, as demonstrated by this Photowalk, which has brought together creative professionals in the field of photography,” Mr Karim added.
Filmmaker and Africa Shooters member, Justin Jamgbadi, emphasized the significance of the new community, saying: “Africa Shooters was created to ensure our voices and stories are represented globally, and this event marks the beginning of that journey.”
Officially launched during the event, Jamgbadi said that Africa Shooters is a creative collective dedicated to showcasing African artistry and amplifying the continent’s presence on the global photography stage.
Mordi explained that the Photowalk was designed to give participants the opportunity to explore diverse styles, techniques, and perspectives while celebrating the art of photography and nurturing a vibrant community of visual storytellers.
Participants also enjoyed an authentic Adobe experience, featuring hands-on demonstrations of Lightroom’s latest tools and features.
Under expert guidance, attendees learned how to apply these tools effectively in real time as they captured moments throughout the Photowalk.
According to Mordi, the event provided a unique platform for collaboration, networking, and creative exchange among photographers and enthusiasts. He further noted that the Abuja edition of the Adobe-sponsored Photowalk aims to strengthen Adobe’s footprint in Nigeria while encouraging participants to explore creativity together.
“This initiative is about more than just photography – it’s about connection,” Mordi said. “We want to draw the attention of international brands, investors, and art lovers to Nigeria, showcasing it as a place where culture, innovation, and global creativity converge.”
