Be the change you want to see in the world. This statement couldn't have found a better expression elsewhere than as seen in TY's short story of Olajumoke Orisaguna, the Local bread seller whom she spotted and the rest became history.
Here's her story as documented by the amazing musician, turned professional photographer, TY Bello :
I've asked over and again why all this is happening. One thing is clear... The woman here is no charity case. We met her in the middle of her hustle. This woman works hard. Seven days a week with a family to support. But with dignity, who pays that much attention to how she looks that she's about to hawk bread...Arranging the bread so delicately Like it was work much more... Making sure she left the bakery while it was steamy and hot. All of this, even when it's clear that her profit within a day is between 300-500 Naira.
This is the story of so many Nigerians.. The young houseboy selling gala in the traffic.. The woman braiding hair under the bridge. Nigerians work hard and we do it with style. This should be a big lesson to everyone reading and to those clearly working hard, pay attention : You may have your own wahala to deal with, but nothing gives you a bigger break from your troubles than just making life easier for someone else. Give an orange seller a 1000Naira note and she may be able to take the next day off to take better care of her children.
Jumoke is sorted!. I personally believe so with all the doors opening up for her but the story is more about the other 'Jumokes' around you. Who put in all the best to their work but just need a little push. You may not be able to help everyone but as I learnt from someone I really respect... In your own unique way, do for the one what you would have liked to do for all. Jumoke, who wants to be an hair stylist but secretly nurses the ambition of starring in a Yoruba movie someday...I know she'll be a Nollywood hit. She did great in front of my camera and understood how to manoeuvre the tiniest nuances. She may not be perfect in English but she speaks and writes Yoruba fluently... @kunleafo.. Can you hear?.. I know she has started to live her dreams as she's been signed on to modelling deal with a reputable organization.
Jumoke has finally received her certificate of recognition from Payporte as their brand ambassador after signing a long time deal with them. She also has bagged various modelling deals as she turned an internet sensation overnight.
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Wow!...God is faithful.
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