Friday, July 10, 2026 · Updated Friday, July 10, 2026
Jos, Nigeria
In Jos, Nigeria, a young girl with braided hair carries a toddler in her arms. The toddler wears a light-colored sweater and a patterned beanie. The girl is dressed in black pants with a white stripe and a black shirt adorned with white cartoon figures. She is wearing blue clogs on her feet. They are standing on a dirt path in a neighborhood with a row of buildings on either side. The buildings are constructed with various materials, including corrugated metal, mud, and concrete, and some appear to be in disrepair. Vegetation grows along the path and near the buildings. The sky is cloudy.
Two young boys are standing outdoors, with lush green vegetation and some buildings in the background, suggesting a rural or semi-urban setting in Jos, Nigeria. The boy on the left, wearing a blue jersey with white accents and the Chelsea Football Club logo, is holding a small, light blue electronic device with both hands and appears to be examining it. He is also wearing a white long-sleeved shirt underneath his jersey. The boy on the right, dressed in a red and blue outfit, stands next to a wooden table and a corrugated metal structure, looking towards the device held by the other boy. He is wearing dark colored shoes and sandals. The ground is a reddish-brown dirt, and a piece of corn cob is visible in the lower right corner. The overall scene depicts a moment of everyday life, with the boys engaged with the electronic device amidst their natural surroundings.
Two young boys are standing outdoors, with lush green vegetation and some buildings in the background, suggesting a rural or semi-urban setting in Jos, Nigeria. The boy on the left, wearing a blue jersey with white accents and the Chelsea Football Club logo, is holding a small, light blue electronic device with both hands and appears to be examining it. He is also wearing a white long-sleeved shirt underneath his jersey. The boy on the right, dressed in a red and blue outfit, stands next to a wooden table and a corrugated metal structure, looking towards the device held by the other boy. He is wearing dark colored shoes and sandals. The ground is a reddish-brown dirt, and a piece of corn cob is visible in the lower right corner. The overall scene depicts a moment of everyday life, with the boys engaged with the electronic device amidst their natural surroundings.
A young Black person wearing a blue soccer jersey with white stripes on the sleeves and white stripes on the shorts is holding a small, light blue rectangular electronic device. The person is standing outdoors in what appears to be a village or rural area, with lush green foliage and banana trees in the background. There is a wooden structure to the right of the person, possibly a table or bench, and a dirt path or ground in the foreground. The person is looking down at the device. In the background, a small market stall with people and goods is visible, as well as buildings and more vegetation. The overall scene suggests a casual, everyday setting in a potentially tropical or sub-tropical environment. The presence of a market stall and the type of vegetation suggest a location in a warm climate, consistent with Jos, Nigeria.
A young Black person wearing a blue soccer jersey with white stripes on the sleeves and white stripes on the shorts is holding a small, light blue rectangular electronic device. The person is standing outdoors in what appears to be a village or rural area, with lush green foliage and banana trees in the background. There is a wooden structure to the right of the person, possibly a table or bench, and a dirt path or ground in the foreground. The person is looking down at the device. In the background, a small market stall with people and goods is visible, as well as buildings and more vegetation. The overall scene suggests a casual, everyday setting in a potentially tropical or sub-tropical environment. The presence of a market stall and the type of vegetation suggest a location in a warm climate, consistent with Jos, Nigeria.
In Barakin Lerawi, Nigeria, an outdoor scene unfolds. A Black man with a beard, wearing a white button-down shirt and dark pants, stands in profile, looking downwards. He is positioned in the foreground and slightly to the right of the frame. Behind him, to the left, a young Black boy in a black t-shirt and dark pants walks away from the camera, holding a green bottle.
The environment suggests a commercial area or a street. A building with light-colored walls and a beige trim runs along the background. Above a doorway, text reads "LAJON'S MED" followed by "PHONE NG: 07038658". Further to the right, the word "STORE" is painted in black on the wall.
On a tiled ledge in front of the building, a bright blue bucket sits next to a stack of two blue crates, each containing bottles. Bags of what appear to be goods or supplies are on the ground near the left side of the frame. The ground surface is predominantly dirt and gravel, with some patches of dried grass. The overall lighting suggests it is daytime.
A young boy, wearing a red vest over a dark shirt and jeans, is seated on a rocky surface, preparing to grill corn. He is positioned in front of a makeshift grill made of a metal cylinder. Bunches of corn on the cob are arranged on the grill. To his left, a large metal pot sits on a circular wooden base, possibly part of the cooking setup. Several people are visible in the background, seated and standing near a weathered stone building with a corrugated metal roof. The environment appears to be an outdoor market or a roadside stall in the city of Jos, Nigeria, characterized by rocky terrain and simple structures.
In Barakin Lerawi, Nigeria, an outdoor scene unfolds. A Black man with a beard, wearing a white button-down shirt and dark pants, stands in profile, looking downwards. He is positioned in the foreground and slightly to the right of the frame. Behind him, to the left, a young Black boy in a black t-shirt and dark pants walks away from the camera, holding a green bottle.
The environment suggests a commercial area or a street. A building with light-colored walls and a beige trim runs along the background. Above a doorway, text reads "LAJON'S MED" followed by "PHONE NG: 07038658". Further to the right, the word "STORE" is painted in black on the wall.
On a tiled ledge in front of the building, a bright blue bucket sits next to a stack of two blue crates, each containing bottles. Bags of what appear to be goods or supplies are on the ground near the left side of the frame. The ground surface is predominantly dirt and gravel, with some patches of dried grass. The overall lighting suggests it is daytime.
In Barakin Lerawi, Nigeria, a woman stands in the foreground, facing right, wearing a patterned shawl over a white turtleneck and black leggings. She has a dark headscarf with white embellishments. Behind her, a person is seated on a step, wearing a pink shirt and blue jeans, while another person stands to their left, wearing a black t-shirt and a denim skirt. The environment appears to be a dusty, outdoor market or residential area, with some scattered debris and a blue table with bread visible on the right side of the frame. A fire pit with rocks is located in the mid-ground, and a narrow waterway with muddy puddles is present in the lower right corner.
In a dusty outdoor market setting in Jos, Nigeria, a woman in a vibrant, patterned dress sits on a rocky surface. She is looking towards her right, with a red and yellow headscarf covering her hair. Next to her is a large brown bowl containing plastic containers and what appear to be colorful candies. In front of her, an orange cloth is draped over her left leg. Behind her, a young man in a red vest kneels by a grill with corn, while another young woman stands in the background. A man in a black t-shirt and distressed blue jeans stands to the left, with a bucket holding packaged goods on a metal tray. The environment is characterized by rocky ground, rough buildings in the background, and scattered debris. The scene suggests a typical market day with vendors and shoppers.
A young African male is sitting on the back bumper of a white van in Jos, Nigeria. He is wearing a green and black checkered t-shirt with "COOL CALM KIND" printed on it, and dark gray sweatpants with white stars. He has black sandals on. The van's rear doors are open, revealing stacks of blue crates filled with green bottles, presumably beer. One brown crate with "Gulder" written on it is visible. The ground is dirt and rocky. A license plate on the back of the van reads "PLATEAU BUU-374ZD". The scene appears to be in an outdoor, possibly informal, setting.
A young boy, wearing a red vest over a dark shirt and jeans, is seated on a rocky surface, preparing to grill corn. He is positioned in front of a makeshift grill made of a metal cylinder. Bunches of corn on the cob are arranged on the grill. To his left, a large metal pot sits on a circular wooden base, possibly part of the cooking setup. Several people are visible in the background, seated and standing near a weathered stone building with a corrugated metal roof. The environment appears to be an outdoor market or a roadside stall in the city of Jos, Nigeria, characterized by rocky terrain and simple structures.
In Barakin Lerawi, Nigeria, a young girl is carrying a smaller child on her back. The girl is wearing a pink shirt, a patterned skirt, and a green headscarf. She has black hair and is wearing grey sandals. The smaller child is wearing a maroon shirt and a green headscarf. They are standing on a set of concrete steps outside a building with red doors. The building has a textured, reddish-brown wall and a cream-colored section above the wall. To the left, a dark doorway leads into a dimly lit interior with wooden chairs stacked inside.
In Barakin Lerawi, Nigeria, a woman stands in the foreground, facing right, wearing a patterned shawl over a white turtleneck and black leggings. She has a dark headscarf with white embellishments. Behind her, a person is seated on a step, wearing a pink shirt and blue jeans, while another person stands to their left, wearing a black t-shirt and a denim skirt. The environment appears to be a dusty, outdoor market or residential area, with some scattered debris and a blue table with bread visible on the right side of the frame. A fire pit with rocks is located in the mid-ground, and a narrow waterway with muddy puddles is present in the lower right corner.
In Jos, Nigeria, a young person with dark skin carries a large, dark bag of what appears to be grain on their head. They are wearing a light-colored, sleeveless vest over dark shorts and black sandals. The individual is walking on a dirt road in front of a row of buildings with corrugated metal roofs. The buildings exhibit a mix of construction styles, with some appearing to be made of mud brick and others with more modern elements. The environment appears somewhat disheveled, with scattered debris on the ground. The sky is overcast, suggesting a cloudy day.
In Jos, Nigeria, a young man pushes a cart laden with goods down a dirt road. He wears a light blue tunic and a black satchel. Behind him, a woman and child walk in the same direction. An unfinished building with brick walls and wooden window coverings stands to the left. The ground is covered in dirt and scattered stones.
In Jos, Nigeria, a young girl in a red and pink dress is interacting with crates of beverages outside a shop. She is looking down at a black crate filled with bottled drinks, her hands near the tops of the bottles. Next to the black crate is a blue crate containing green bottles. To the left, another blue crate is visible, also filled with bottles, some appearing yellow and some dark. A yellow crate is stacked on top of another blue crate to the right. Behind the girl, a doorway leads into a shop with shelves stocked with various items, including bottles, and is partially obscured by shimmering strands. A person can be seen in the background within the shop, partially visible behind the strands. The environment appears to be an outdoor area adjacent to a building with a grey and cream-colored wall and a brown door.
A medium shot captures a man standing outdoors in Jos, Nigeria, next to a white van. The man, who has dark skin, short dark hair, and a beard, wears a bright lime green t-shirt with black trim and grey sweatpants. He is looking to his left and holding a brown plastic crate with green bottles inside. The ground is a mix of dirt and gravel. In the background, a two-story building with cinder block construction and a green roof is visible, along with a brown door. A sign above the door reads "LAJON'S ME" and "PHONE NO: 070866." A blue bucket is situated to the right of the door. The sky is overcast.
A young Black male stands in the open doorway of a dilapidated white van, looking directly at the camera. He is wearing a green and black checkered t-shirt with a graphic of Elmo and the words "COOL CALM KIND" printed on it. He is also wearing black sweatpants with white drawstrings. His left hand is resting on his hip. The van is weathered and dirty, with rust visible on the door hinges and frame. A license plate reading "PLATEAU BUU 374ZD" is attached to the side of the van. In the background, a cell tower and some trees are visible against a cloudy sky. The scene appears to be in an urban environment, possibly a street or a lot, consistent with the city of Jos, Nigeria. The overall impression is one of neglect and hardship.
A man with a beard and a light green t-shirt stands outside a building, looking to his left. He is wearing grey sweatpants and has his hand in his right pocket. In the background, a poster for Pepsi is displayed on the wall. To the left of the man, two children are visible. One child, wearing a striped shirt and dark skirt, is walking away from the camera. Another child, wearing a light green sweater and blue pants, stands facing left. Bags of what appear to be feed are stacked on the ground to the left. A black bowl containing meat is on a tiled ledge. A blue bucket and two blue crates are also present. The building appears to be made of concrete and brick, with exposed electrical wires running along the ceiling. The scene is outdoors with an overcast sky.
The image depicts a street scene in Barakin Lerawi, Nigeria, featuring four children standing near a building with a brick wall and several dark, weathered doors. On the left, a young boy in a green long-sleeved shirt and light blue jeans stands on a dirt path, wearing light-colored sandals. Beside him, a young girl in a striped t-shirt and a dark skirt with white trim, wearing pink sandals, looks to her right. Further to the right, two boys stand near the building. One is wearing a bright orange t-shirt with text and patterned shorts, while the other is in a brown long-sleeved shirt and green trousers, also wearing sandals. The environment is a mix of earth and a tiled entryway. A sign labeled "POS" is visible on the building. Debris and bags are scattered on the ground.
The image depicts an outdoor scene in Jos, Nigeria, likely a roadside market. Two women are seated on large rocks, appearing to be vendors. The woman on the left wears a vibrant, patterned dress and a headscarf. An orange cloth is draped over her lap. She is looking towards her right. The woman on the right wears a maroon and gold patterned top and a green and red patterned skirt, also with a headscarf. She is looking forward and holding a small object in her right hand. Between them is a dark brown bowl containing what appear to be small items in containers. To the left of the women, corn on the cob is being roasted over a small, makeshift grill. In the background, several people are visible, including a young man in a red vest and a man in a yellow cap standing near the corn grill. Buildings with corrugated metal roofs are present in the background, suggesting a modest urban or peri-urban setting. The overall environment is rocky and dusty, typical of parts of Jos. An open, green umbrella is propped up behind the woman on the right.
This media file, captured in Jos, Nigeria, depicts a group of children in an outdoor setting that appears to be a residential area or alleyway. The ground is a mix of dirt and concrete, with some muddy patches, suggesting recent rain or an unpaved surface. In the background, there are buildings constructed with concrete blocks and corrugated metal doors, some of which show signs of wear. Lush green vegetation is visible, indicating a potentially warm climate.
Two young girls are prominently featured in the foreground. One girl, wearing a red long-sleeved shirt with yellow and black embellishments and light-colored pants, is striking a pose with her hand near her head. The other girl, in a blue long-sleeved sweatshirt and tan pants, is looking towards the camera. Another girl in a dark patterned dress and a woman in a white top and patterned skirt are visible further back, along with other figures in the mid-ground. A person in the lower right corner is wearing a white shirt with text that appears to include "VERMONT".
The overall impression is of a casual, everyday scene. The lighting suggests it is daytime, possibly late morning or afternoon, with bright sunlight creating shadows. The children's expressions are varied, with some looking directly at the camera, suggesting an awareness of being photographed. The setting appears to be a somewhat informal and possibly impoverished environment, common in many urban areas in Nigeria.
A young Black girl with an afro is captured in motion, her body angled as if in mid-stride or a playful dance, holding a closed red umbrella. She is wearing a white long-sleeved shirt with faint text and a colorful skirt with red, blue, and white patterns. Her feet are clad in dark flip-flops. The setting appears to be a pathway with patchy, uneven ground, possibly a mix of dirt and cracked concrete. In the background, two women are visible, one in a white shirt and patterned skirt, the other in a red backpack and dark clothing, walking away from the camera. Adjacent to the pathway is a rough, textured concrete wall and a building with a metal-barred entrance. Lush green foliage is present, suggesting a semi-urban or suburban environment. There are puddles on the ground, indicating recent rain. The overall impression is a candid snapshot of everyday life in an outdoor setting, possibly in the city of Jos, Nigeria, given the architectural style and vegetation.
A young Black girl with dark skin and braided hair is walking on a dirt path in Jos, Nigeria, carrying a white bucket with a blue rim on her head. She is wearing a light pink long-sleeved shirt with a subtle heart pattern and a black skirt. Her right hand is raised to steady the bucket. She has on pink slip-on sandals. In the background, there are corrugated metal-roofed buildings with weathered facades, a brick wall, and two men walking away from the camera. One man in the middle ground wears a light-colored t-shirt with a pink and white pattern and dark pants, while the man on the right is in a light blue and white striped traditional outfit with a light-colored cap. The ground is sandy with scattered rocks and debris. The lighting suggests it is daytime.
A man wearing a turquoise kaftan and a green baseball cap is standing outside a corrugated metal structure in Barakin Lerawi, Nigeria. The structure appears to be a makeshift shop or dwelling with a wooden frame and a tin roof. In front of the structure, there are various items, including a green basin on a stand containing a red object, a bucket filled with wood, and some rocks. The ground is dirt and appears damp in places, with some debris and small plants growing. The man is looking away from the camera and has his hands clasped behind his back. A person in a white shirt can be seen through an opening in the structure.
This image depicts an outdoor scene in Jos, Nigeria, likely a gathering spot or a small business. In the foreground, four young men are visible. Two are standing near a pool table, one holding a cloth, and the other wearing a black jacket with white cross designs and a pink cap. To the right, two men are seated on a wooden bench. One is wearing a white hoodie, and the other is in a patterned shirt and black pants. The environment appears rustic, with a wooden structure providing shade, corrugated metal siding on a nearby building, and a vibrant mural on the wall behind the seated men. The ground is a mix of dirt and broken tiles, with some scattered debris. A blue pool table is prominently featured. The overall impression is of a casual, perhaps informal, social setting.
In Jos, Nigeria, a group of individuals are gathered in an outdoor market setting. The scene is characterized by rough, rocky terrain and modest structures with corrugated metal roofs, suggesting a developing urban environment. A prominent telecommunications tower stands tall in the background, a modern contrast to the rustic surroundings.
Several people are visible, primarily women dressed in vibrantly patterned traditional clothing. One woman sits on a large rock, facing away from the viewer, while another is seated next to a bucket and a dark basin. A child, wearing a striped shirt, stands near the entrance of a weathered building. Further into the scene, under a makeshift shelter, a man in a red vest and a woman with dark hair are engaged in activity.
Various goods are displayed, including ears of corn, packaged items, and what appear to be produce in a basket. The ground is littered with some debris. The overall impression is one of everyday commerce and community life taking place in a simple, open-air marketplace.
The image depicts a street scene in the city of Jos, Nigeria, under an overcast sky. In the foreground, a dark green vehicle, possibly an SUV, is parked on the left. To its right, a man wearing a black baseball cap and a grey t-shirt is seated on a wooden bench, holding a mobile phone. Next to him, a woman in a yellow t-shirt and a pink and black patterned skirt is also seated on the bench, looking to her right. A small, brown dog is sniffing around a bright orange bucket filled with food items, including what appear to be pieces of meat and sliced onions.
In the background, several buildings with corrugated iron roofs and earth-colored walls are visible. One building has a sign with some text, but it is not legible. A young person in a blue shirt and dark pants is walking away from the buildings. Another car, a grey Peugeot, is parked on the right side of the frame. The ground is a mix of dirt and gravel, with some scattered stones and dry leaves. Power lines crisscross overhead, supported by a utility pole. The overall impression is of a casual, everyday street setting in a developing urban area.
The image depicts a street scene in Jos, Nigeria. In the foreground, a sandy dirt road is visible, with rocks and debris scattered on the ground. Several people are walking on the road. A man in a white jacket and black pants is walking towards the left. To his right, a woman in a tan headscarf and robe is standing. Further to the left, a woman in a yellow shirt and brown pants is walking away from the camera, carrying a black bag. Behind her, a young boy in a striped shirt is walking. In the background, there are buildings with corrugated metal roofs, some of which appear to be shops or residences. The sky is cloudy. The overall impression is of a bustling, everyday street in a Nigerian city.
A medium shot shows a Black woman standing in a dusty, unpaved street in Jos, Nigeria. The woman, seen from the waist up, is wearing a bright pink headscarf, a pink t-shirt, a black scarf draped over her shoulders, and a patterned skirt with green circular motifs. She is looking to her right, with her mouth open as if speaking or laughing, and her right arm is slightly raised with her hand open. The background consists of a row of small buildings with corrugated metal roofs and weathered walls, typical of informal settlements. Some structures appear to be shops or stalls. The ground is a mix of dirt, small rocks, and some sparse vegetation. A yellow and green auto-rickshaw is visible in the distance, parked on the side of the street. The overall impression is of a bustling, everyday scene in a Nigerian urban environment.
Jos, Nigeria
