"Her Akara Is the Best": Photographer Captures Woman Unawares, Takes Printed Photo to Her, Reaction Trends
- A photographer recently went the extra mile to surprise an akara seller who carries out her business by the roadside
- According to the young man, her bean cake (akara) is the best, and he thought it wise to appreciate her
- Speaking to Legit.ng, the kind photographer stated that he enjoys using his career as a tool for social change
A photographer has been hailed on social media for his kind gesture towards an elderly bean cake (akara) seller.
A video making the rounds online showed the beautiful woman frying Akara on the streets of Ile Ife.
Source: Instagram
The woman was captured by a street photographer, Abiodun, who had observed her hard work and dedication to her craft.
According to the photographer, he was surprised to see the woman selling akara in the afternoon as it is often a morning or night meal.
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As such, he gave her a gift to appreciate her efforts and hard work. In a video, he showed her a random picture he took and her reaction was priceless.
When Legit.ng contacted the photographer, he noted that he uses his career as a tool for social change.
He added that hardworking people deserve to be rewarded in any way possible.
In his words:
"I believe that visual storytelling/photography can be used as a tool for social change. Hardworking people deserves to be rewarded."
Reactions as photographer appreciates beautiful akara seller
The video has since gone viral, with netizens appreciating the photographer.
@arafunmi27 reacted:
“Please tell her to take that gas cylinder a bit far from where she sits. It won't cost much to buy more hose.”
@dami_omo_iyaalakara reacted:
“When u go photograph me too bayi na afternoon me self Dey open shop.”
@shardeyblack reacted:
“This woman is at my junction ooo, iyaalakara don blow.”
@the_powerfulwoman commented:
“For a minute there, I thought I read prophesied to this woman. Well done bro. Well done.”
@ayomi_posi_029 commented:
“Where she cooks so neat. God bless her.”
@_but3m_ reacted:
“All the good things that need to be said to you have been said already. All I can say is it's a very nice thing you're doing for these people. God bless you.”
@lizziewrightphotography said:
“Please how can I get this mini printer?”
@esosauwabor commented:
“OAC and spreading joy! Amazing stuff.”
@heeyanuoi reacted:
“I want the Akara. She's so neat.”
emmanphotography_ reacted:
“Please can we call Akara "Akara". It preserves the cultural integrity. Same as calling Gan-gan "Gan-Gan" not talking drum.”
oluwatidamilola_ajala said:
“Never knew you're in Ife 2 have always come across your post. Well done fam keep spreading Love and putting smiles on people faces.”
@onome_eniola said:
“Akara is night food ke?”
@uncle_easy_tv reacted:
“Baba what's the device you used to print this out. Go like buy am bro.”
Watch the video below:
Photographer captures handsome black boy
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that a video of a handsome Nigerian boy and his visually impaired father walking along the road had stirred emotions online. The clip was taken by a talented photographer identified as @infernophotograpgy on Instagram.
According to the photographer, he saw the duo walking on the streets of Lagos, and their smiles captured his attention. He filmed the father and son and shared the clip on Instagram, which quickly went viral.
While sharing the clip, he said:
"Finding Joy in the Midst of Struggle: Witnessing this young black boy and his father on the streets of Lagos, their smiles spoke volumes. Despite their circumstances, they radiated resilience and hope, reminding us that happiness can be found in unexpected places. Captured this heartwarming moment to share their story and inspire compassion."
Source: Legit.ng
