Projects

Kagoro’s Footprints Stool-shaped stone used for games with pebbles in Kagoro, Southern Kaduna, surrounded by rocks and dried grass.

The Legend of Kagoro’s Footprints: Tracing Ancestral Stories in Stone

Hidden in the hills of Kagoro, ancient footprints and stone carvings tell the story of a people’s migration, leadership, and the legends that shaped their home in Nigeria.

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Portrait of HRH Alh Samaila Muhammed Mera, Emir of Argungu, seated in his reception room, by Irene Becker.

Kings of Our Time – Exploring Nigeria’s Royal Heritage and History

Ongoing portraits of Nigeria’s traditional rulers—emirs, chiefs, and kings—capturing royal regalia, community, and heritage for a future educational book.

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Kajuru Castle in Nigeria, photographed by travel photographer Irene Becker. A peacock sits on the wall between towers, with harmattan bush below.

Kajuru Castle: Nigeria’s Surreal Fortress of Stone and Story

Kajuru Castle blends European fantasy with West African scenery. Discover this unique Kaduna landmark through travel photography and cultural storytelling.

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Hassan Usman Katsina House (State House), Kaduna—administrative office building combining traditional Hausa architecture and colonial-era materials.

Historic British Colonial Buildings in Kaduna: Visual Exploration

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Wide-angle view of Turunku village from hilltop with Queen Amina’s Stone Seat in the foreground, mud houses, baobab trees, foggy savannah, and rocky mountain.

Queen Amina – Legend, Legacy, and the Lost City of Turunku

The world of Queen Amina—legendary warrior, builder, and leader—and journey through the forgotten stones of Turunku, her true home.

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Nigerian Passport design project featuring images of ethnic tribes, cultural heritage, natural wonders, and landmarks from all Nigerian States.

Showcasing Nigeria – A Unique Travel Handbook

A visual travel handbook highlighting unique attractions and cultural heritage from every Nigerian State.

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Close-up of hands shaping a clay pot—Attakar pottery-making process, Southern Kaduna, Nigeria.

Is Attakar Pottery a Vanishing Heritage Craft in Nigeria?

Exploring the Attakar pottery tradition in Southern Kaduna—documenting its artistry, cultural importance, and the challenges threatening its survival.

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