Facts about Tolani Alli, the magic behind Osinbajo's striking photos

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo is known as a smart politician and intelligent lawyer whose nose for fashion cannot be debated.

His style and sense of fashion have given him a strong brand that is appealing to the eyes of many.

The person behind the beautiful photos you see on social media is Tolani Alli.

Regarded as the Vice President's official eye, Tolani's contribution to Osinbajo's brand appeal can't be underestimated.

As far as his public image and demeanor are concerned, her position in the Vice President's inner circle is as important to his success.

She is tasked with the difficult task of making sure that Osinbajo is perceived as a commodity worth buying at this crucial stage of his career.

In this article, we cast the spotlight on Tolani with some facts you may not know about her

This article will highlight some incredible facts about Tolani that you probably may not have known.

Five facts about Tolani Alli

1. Originally from Oyo State

'The hat' as she is fondly called, is originally from Oyo State and was raised in Flint and Lagos, Nigeria, but she later grew up in Michigan, USA where she spent most of her life before relocating to Nigeria.

2. She dumped medicine for photography

The renowned photographer dumped her medical degree to pursue her love for capturing images and making timeless memories for the future.

According to her, her enthusiasm for photography and desire to learn more about it began while she was a college student and she began to pay less attention to her medical degree, which she finally gave up in favor of pursuing her passion for photography.

3. Inspiration behind photography

Tolani derives her inspiration from Africa and North America, two large continents that have given her exposure and opportunities for growth, in order to produce photography that reflects the journey and diversity that each continent brings.

She asserts that her objective will always be to create artwork that preserves timeless memories for the future.

4. Served as the first female photographer for Governor Ajimobi

She is the first-ever female documentary photographer for Oyo State Governor Abiola Ajimobi and the first in Nigeria to hold such a position.

She documented and displayed Nigeria's historic campaign in 2015, which led to a change in power, and she exhibited significant photographs at numerous exhibitions across the world.

5. Achievements

Her images and documentaries have appeared on numerous websites, including Bella Naija, The Guardian (UK), BBC News, and World Press.

Tolani was also the first African student to enroll in the World Press Photo Noor Images and Danish School of Photojournalism/Media Documentary Program, which she successfully finished.

The Vice President of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, appointed Tolani as his official photographer in 2019, and she has since promoted the Vice President in the best light.

Tolani is obviously not an ordinary woman. Her humility and work ethic ensure her brilliance, but her photography prowess shows that she is still a rising star who has just recently started on the path to greatness.

Check some of her works below:









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