Bayo Omoboriowo, MFR
Bayo Omoboriowo, MFR, is a renowned visual storyteller and documentary photographer, celebrated for his innovative approach to cultural preservation. Founder of Madhouse and Tikera Africa, he supports emerging creatives while pushing the boundaries of visual
storytelling. Bayo's award winning work has been featured on CNN, BBC, and The New York Times.
He served as the official photographer to former President Muhammadu Buhari (2015-2023) and earned a Guinness World Record for his photo book, Discover Nigeria. With a master's from King’s College London. Bayo’s contributions have been recognized with numerous accolades, including the National Productivity Order of Merit.
Other Notable Credentials include:
Creative Artiste of the Year, The Future Awards Africa 2014
Creative Artist and Cultural Anthropologist
Official Photographer to President of Nigeria (2015-2023)
Member, Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) National
Order of Productivity Merit Award (2023) Guiness World
Record Title Holder (2021)
Winner Sundance Film Festival 2015
Creative Artiste of the Year, The Future Awards Africa 2014