Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · Updated Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Badagry, Nigeria
In the historic coastal town of Badagry, Nigeria, the daily rhythms of motherhood unfold in the open air, where ancient customs seamlessly blend with modern necessity. Beneath overcast West African skies, the simple act of bathing a child becomes a sensory ritual, deeply rooted in local knowledge and community traditions that have passed through generations of families.
A woman is bathing a small child in a black bucket outdoors on a concrete step. She is wearing a blue patterned dress and black sandals. Next to the bucket is another black bucket with an orange bucket inside. The background shows buildings with windows and doors. There is also a short brick wall and a concrete pillar. The sky is visible above the buildings.
Badagry, Nigeria · May 19, 2026, 10:52 AM · 5.0k attention
Captured in vivid detail across a series of documented moments in a residential courtyard, a local woman demonstrates this intimate domestic routine. Dressed in a striking blue and white patterned wrap dress, she tends to a crying toddler standing upright in a large black plastic tub. Rather than using modern synthetic sponges, she gently washes the child's head and body using freshly gathered green foliage—a traditional practice believed to possess both therapeutic and cleansing properties.
A woman stands outside on a sandy path in Badagry, Nigeria. She wears a black tank top and pink patterned shorts. She holds a cell phone and has headphones connected to it. Behind her is a red building with windows and a door. To her right is a large tree with green leaves. The scene appears to be in a rural or semi-rural area. There are banana trees and other vegetation surrounding her. A black water tank with "HART" written on it is visible on the left.
Badagry, Nigeria · May 19, 2026, 11:43 AM · 0.8k attention
The scene is framed by the textured concrete of a shared patio, set against the backdrop of modest single-story homes painted in warm tones of pink, tan, and brown, accented by bright blue window frames. Nearby, orange buckets and additional black plastic basins sit filled with water, ready for the morning's chores.
A woman bathes a small child outdoors in a black tub. The woman, who is wearing a blue and white patterned wrap dress and black sandals, stands next to the tub and holds onto the child while using greenery to wash his head. The child, who is standing in the tub, is crying. Beside the tub is a smaller orange bucket. The scene takes place outside what appears to be a residential building. A concrete wall is on the left side of the frame.
Badagry, Nigeria · May 19, 2026, 10:54 AM · 0.7k attention
A woman is seen outside, bathing a young child in a black plastic tub on a concrete surface. She is using an orange plastic cup to pour water over the child. The woman is wearing a patterned dress and black sandals. Beside the tub is another black plastic bucket. The background shows a row of modest, single-story buildings with painted exteriors. A low concrete wall is present behind the woman. The scene appears to be a residential area.
Badagry, Nigeria · May 19, 2026, 10:52 AM · 0.6k attention
Despite the child's protests, the mother's hands remain steady and nurturing, guiding him through the vital daily wash. It is a scene of raw, unvarnished beauty that captures the essence of West African maternal care—where the courtyard serves as both a private sanctuary and a communal stage for the quiet, essential labors of life.
A low-angle shot captures a young Black person under the partial cover of a large tree, potentially in Badagry, Nigeria, though this cannot be verified with certainty. The individual, dressed in a black tank top and light pink patterned shorts, holds a black smartphone in their hands with a charging cord attached. The person is looking down at the camera. A lush canopy of green leaves obscures much of the sky, with branches visible in the top right corner. Banana plants can be seen on the left. The lighting suggests it is daytime.
Badagry, Nigeria · May 19, 2026, 11:43 AM · 0.0k attention
A woman stands in an outdoor setting, appearing to be in Badagry, Nigeria, based on the vegetation and architectural style. She is wearing a black tank top and patterned pink and white shorts with the word "ONAMI" visible on the waistband. She is smiling, possibly posing for a photo taken from a low angle. She is holding a black object near her left side.
The background includes trees with dense foliage and banana trees. Portions of buildings are visible, including corrugated roofing, a red facade, and a window with metal bars. Utility lines are strung above. The sky is overcast with patches of blue.
Badagry, Nigeria · May 19, 2026, 11:44 AM · 0.0k attention
The image is a low-angle, full-body shot of a dark-skinned woman wearing a black tank top and light pink patterned shorts with the word "ONAMI" visible on the waistband. She stands amongst dense green foliage, including broad banana leaves and tree branches with leaves, against a partially cloudy sky. The setting appears to be outdoors, potentially in a tropical environment. The location is Badagry, Nigeria. Power lines are visible in the sky, adding a context of urban or suburban environment.
Badagry, Nigeria · May 19, 2026, 11:44 AM · 0.0k attention
In Badagry, Nigeria, a woman bathes a baby outdoors using water from a black bucket. The baby sits upright in the bucket, legs extended. The woman, adorned in a blue and white patterned cloth, uses foliage to wash the baby. A second bucket, containing an orange container, is adjacent. The setting is a textured concrete courtyard next to a building.
A woman in a black tank top, wearing a black wristband with white writing, is holding a black electronic device with a white wire attached to it. The woman is standing in a garden setting with various trees, including banana trees with green bananas. The scene is in Badagry, Nigeria. A black plastic container is visible in the lower left of the frame.
Badagry, Nigeria · May 19, 2026, 11:41 AM · 0.0k attention
A woman is bathing a small child in a black bucket outdoors on a concrete step. She is wearing a blue patterned dress and black sandals. Next to the bucket is another black bucket with an orange bucket inside. The background shows buildings with windows and doors. There is also a short brick wall and a concrete pillar. The sky is visible above the buildings.
In Badagry, Nigeria, a woman wearing a blue and white patterned wraparound skirt and black sandals is bent over two black buckets. She holds an orange container in her hand, apparently pouring liquid over a child who is in one of the buckets, with green plants visible nearby. The second bucket sits to the right of the bucket with the child. The scene unfolds outside a multi-story building with weathered walls and windows.
A woman stands outside on a sandy path in Badagry, Nigeria. She wears a black tank top and pink patterned shorts. She holds a cell phone and has headphones connected to it. Behind her is a red building with windows and a door. To her right is a large tree with green leaves. The scene appears to be in a rural or semi-rural area. There are banana trees and other vegetation surrounding her. A black water tank with "HART" written on it is visible on the left.
A woman with dark hair in braids is bathing a baby outdoors. The woman is wearing a blue patterned skirt, a white undershirt, and black sandals. The baby is sitting in a black plastic tub filled with water and some green leafy plants. The woman is bent over the tub, using her hands to wash the baby. Beside the tub is another black plastic bucket with an orange cup inside. The scene takes place on a concrete platform next to a building with painted walls and several windows.
A woman bathes a small child outdoors in a black tub. The woman, who is wearing a blue and white patterned wrap dress and black sandals, stands next to the tub and holds onto the child while using greenery to wash his head. The child, who is standing in the tub, is crying. Beside the tub is a smaller orange bucket. The scene takes place outside what appears to be a residential building. A concrete wall is on the left side of the frame.
A woman is giving a small child a bath outdoors. The woman is wearing a blue and white patterned skirt and black tank top and standing on a concrete ledge. She is bent over a black tub, holding a young child inside. The child is crying. The tub contains water and some green, leafy plants. To the right of the tub is a black bucket with an orange container inside. The woman appears to be washing the child with the plants. In the background is a weathered one-story building with barred windows. The scene is set in a residential area, likely in a tropical climate.
A woman is seen outside, bathing a young child in a black plastic tub on a concrete surface. She is using an orange plastic cup to pour water over the child. The woman is wearing a patterned dress and black sandals. Beside the tub is another black plastic bucket. The background shows a row of modest, single-story buildings with painted exteriors. A low concrete wall is present behind the woman. The scene appears to be a residential area.
A woman bathes a child in a black tub outside. The woman is wearing a knee-length blue and white patterned dress and black sandals. The child is naked and standing in the black tub. An orange bucket and another black bucket are next to the tub. The area is a concrete patio next to a building. The building has a pink and tan exterior with blue window frames and a red door. The sky is overcast. The woman is holding the child's hand and using a green leafy material to wash the child's head. The child is crying.
In an outdoor setting, a toddler is standing in a black tub of water and greenery, crying and raising their arms. An adult female, dressed in a blue and white patterned dress and black sandals, is beside the tub, holding more greenery. Another black bucket with a red object inside is positioned next to the tub. The scene is set in a courtyard with buildings in the background, featuring tan and brown walls, windows, and doors. The courtyard is paved with concrete and bordered by a low concrete wall.
A woman is giving a toddler a bath in a black bucket outdoors in a fenced-in patio area. The woman wears a blue and brown patterned skirt, a black top, and black slides. She has braided hair. The toddler, who is crying, stands in the bucket holding a piece of grass. The woman uses a small orange bucket to scoop water and pour it over the child. The patio area is concrete and is surrounded by a low concrete wall. Behind the wall are attached houses with neutral-colored exteriors.
A woman is giving a young child a bath outdoors. The woman is wearing a patterned dress and sandals, standing on a concrete platform next to a wall. She is holding a red bowl filled with greenery and appears to be rinsing the child's head with it. The child is standing in a black tub. There is another black bucket next to the tub. The background shows a residential area with houses and sparse vegetation.
In Badagry, Nigeria, an adult is giving a child a bath outside a building. The adult, facing away from the camera, is wearing a patterned blue and white cloth wrap. They are using a red container with green plant matter to pour water over the child, who is sitting in a black tub. The surrounding environment shows a building with windows and textured walls. There is debris on the ground near the tub.
The video shows a woman doing laundry outdoors. She is bent over, reaching into a black bucket filled with water. Her left hand is submerged in the water while she holds a red cloth in her right hand. There's another empty black bucket on the concrete surface next to her. The woman is wearing a dress that is blue, white, and red, with an umbrella pattern. She also has black sandals on her feet. The background includes a building with multiple apartments, each with its own door and windows. The apartments are painted in neutral colors with red accents around the doors and windows. A concrete wall surrounds the area where the woman is doing laundry.
In an outdoor shot, a woman is bathing a young child in a black bucket. The woman is wearing a colorful, patterned wrap dress and dark-colored slides. She is bent over the bucket, reaching into it to wash the child. The child is standing in the bucket. To the right of the bucket is another black bucket. Behind the woman is a building with several windows and a closed door. The area is a stone or concrete surface, with a drainage ditch running along the edge.
Badagry, Nigeria · May 19, 2026, 10:58 AM
A woman is giving a young, naked child a bath in a black plastic bucket. The woman is bent over, focused on washing the child, who stands in the bucket with water. The woman is wearing a blue and white patterned wrap skirt and black slides. Another empty black bucket sits next to the one the child is standing in. They are on a concrete surface next to a low brick wall. Behind the wall, there is a one-story building with a tin roof and windows. The sky is visible in the background, appearing overcast.
A woman is bathing a young child outside. The child, who appears to be a toddler, is standing naked in a black plastic tub filled with murky water and some green plant matter. The woman is bent over the child, holding their hands and gently washing their face. She has dark skin, braided hair, and is wearing a patterned top. The surroundings appear to be a cluttered outdoor space, possibly a courtyard or backyard, with concrete ground, brick walls, and other buckets nearby.
A woman in a blue dress with a white and red pattern is bathing a young child in a black plastic tub. The child, who appears to be a toddler, is standing in the tub which is filled with murky water and some green leaves. The child is holding their hands to their face, as if trying to avoid getting water in their eyes or mouth. The woman is holding the child's head and appears to be pouring water over it. Next to the tub is another black bucket with a red bowl inside, also containing water. The scene takes place outdoors, in what appears to be a back yard or alleyway, with concrete ground and a brick wall in the background. There is some litter and debris visible in the background.
A medium, tilted shot shows a woman holding a child in her hands outdoors. The woman has dark skin and her black hair is styled into small braids. She wears small, gold hoop earrings and a black tank top. She faces left, looking at the child. The child has dark skin and a shaven head. The child's hands are over his mouth, and his skin appears wet.
The background includes a light gray wall with a rough texture. Behind the woman, a building has a mixture of colors: yellow, blue, red, and gray. Part of a tree and the sky are visible on the left edge of the image. The ground is light gray and appears wet, with some scattered debris.
This photograph appears to have been taken outdoors in Badagry, Nigeria.
A woman is bathing a toddler in a black plastic tub filled with water. The woman is wearing a blue and white patterned skirt, a black tank top, and black sandals. The toddler is unclothed and crying. The woman is using her hands to wash the child's head and body. The tub is standing on a concrete surface outside, with another black plastic bucket nearby. A green squash lies on the ground. The background shows a narrow alleyway between concrete buildings.
A woman is standing outside, bending slightly to wash a toddler in a large black tub. She is wearing a blue and white patterned dress over a black top and black slide sandals. Her hair is styled in braids. The child is standing in the tub with water reaching their mid-torso. The woman is using a red cup to pour water over the child's head and body. Next to the tub is a black bucket. They are on a concrete surface surrounded by a cinder block wall and other buildings visible in the background. A zucchini lies on the ground to the left.
A woman gives a toddler a bath outside. The woman, a Black adult, wears a black tank top and a blue and white patterned wrap skirt. Her hair is pulled back in braids. The toddler is a dark-skinned boy with very short hair who is crying during the bath. They stand in front of a weathered concrete wall with some greenery visible in the upper right corner. The woman holds the toddler's hand and appears to be scolding him.
A young, dark-skinned child stands with their left hand against a textured concrete wall. The child's head and body are covered in numerous raised bumps or lesions, appearing to be a skin condition. The child looks down and slightly to the left with a somewhat somber expression. Their skin appears damp, possibly from sweat or a recent bath. The background consists of a wall with varying textures and colors.
A small, dark-skinned child is held facing away from the camera by a dark-skinned person, likely a caregiver. The child is unclothed from the waist up and has a shaved head with multiple raised bumps or lesions visible on the scalp. These bumps are also present on the child’s back, though to a lesser extent. The caregiver is wearing a colorful patterned shirt and has braided hair. The setting appears to be an interior space with a pale green door and an electrical box visible on the wall. The camera focuses primarily on the child’s back and head.
A young woman sits outdoors in Badagry, Nigeria. She is wearing a black tank top and pink and white patterned shorts. She is holding a black device and a white container with a red and blue design, possibly a phone and a paint bucket, connected by a black cable. She is looking down at the objects in her hands. The background includes a water tank, banana trees, and other vegetation. The ground is dirt. A sandal is visible on her foot. The environment appears to be a yard or garden.
Badagry, Nigeria · May 19, 2026, 11:41 AM
The image depicts a young woman standing outdoors in what appears to be a backyard or rural setting. She is holding a mobile phone and looking at it. She is wearing a black tank top and pink shorts with cherry patterns. In the background, there's dense foliage including banana trees and other greenery, with what looks like a tin-roofed structure. A large black water tank with the inscription "HART" is also visible, and the ground is a mixture of dirt and sparse vegetation. Considering the mention of Badagry, Nigeria, it's likely the photo was taken in an area characterized by tropical vegetation, possibly in a residential part of the city.
