Get Guardian on GoogleNigerian photographer Ibrahim Kareem has earned a coveted place at the 10th Abuja Photo Festival, emerging from thousands of applicants worldwide to join an exclusive group of exhibiting artists.
Nigerian photographer and visual artist Ibrahim Kareem has been selected to exhibit at the prestigious 2026 Abuja Photo Festival, following a highly competitive selection process that attracted thousands of applications.
Kareem is one of the artists chosen for this year’s edition, a significant achievement that places his work among a carefully selected group of creative voices participating in one of Nigeria’s notable photography gatherings.
The 10th edition of the festival, scheduled to take place from October 27 to 30, 2026, will be held under the theme “Convergence: The Future of Imaging.” The event will bring together photographers, visual storytellers and creative practitioners to explore the changing landscape of photography and the possibilities shaping its future.
For Kareem, whose creative identity reflects his connections to both the United Kingdom and Nigeria, the selection represents an important milestone in his artistic journey and an opportunity to present his work to a wider audience.
With thousands of hopeful applicants seeking a place at the festival, securing one of the available exhibition spots is no small accomplishment. His selection offers an encouraging recognition of his artistic practice and the perspective he brings to contemporary photography.
The Abuja Photo Festival has continued to provide a platform for photographers to share their work, exchange ideas and engage with audiences through the power of visual storytelling. This year’s anniversary edition promises to be particularly significant as the festival marks a decade of celebrating photographic expression.
Kareem’s participation also adds to the growing visibility of Nigerian creative talent within international artistic conversations. As photography continues to evolve beyond traditional forms of image-making, platforms such as the Abuja Photo Festival offer artists opportunities to challenge conventions, explore new narratives and contribute to discussions about the future of the medium.
Being selected from such a large pool of applicants is both a professional achievement and a promising step forward for Kareem, whose inclusion in the 2026 exhibition places him alongside other artists whose works will form part of this year’s festival.
As preparations gather momentum for the October event, attention will turn to the selected artists and the stories they will bring to the exhibition.
For Ibrahim Kareem, the forthcoming festival presents an opportunity not only to showcase his photography but also to connect with fellow artists, curators, photography enthusiasts and audiences from different backgrounds.
The 2026 Abuja Photo Festival will run from October 27–30, 2026, celebrating its 10th edition under the theme “Convergence: The Future of Imaging.”
