Samuel Anjolaoluwa Alabi, known as Saamuonifoto, is a distinguished visual storyteller and photojournalist based in Abuja, Nigeria. He specializes in documenting and preserving the legacies of high-profile individuals and institutions, while expertly capturing the essence of cultural events and the intricacies of daily life. 

With an extensive background in photojournalism, Samuel has collaborated with international news publications, global NGOs, and corporate organizations. His work has been widely featured by prominent outlets, including but not limited to Getty Images, the BBC, DW, and The Africa Report. 

He achieved international acclaim as the winner of the prestigious Canon Young Champion of the Year Award at the Global Good Awards. His breakthrough documentary project, “Students of Ibadan,” garnered global attention for its poignant portrayal of the systemic realities and daily struggles of students in Nigeria, eventually earning formal recognition from the Presidency.

Samuel holds a degree in Education and French from the University of Ibadan. He is an alumnus of the 2022 Canon Student Development Program and a member of both Upnext Diversify Photo and the African Photojournalism Database (APJD)—a joint initiative by World Press Photo and Everyday Africa. 

Currently, Samuel co-leads the photography department at The JTAgency, a global media and storytelling agency based in Abuja.