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EP 61: Tolani Alli , Political Photographer - Breaking Gender Boundaries in African Politics

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Tolani Alli is a political and documentary photographer for the Vice President of the Nigeria. In this episode, we talk about her entrance into photojournalism and more how she was able to secure her position and become the right hand person covering heated debates and conversations in Nigerian politics. What make Tolani’s work so remarkable is that she is the only woman to have held this post in an environment that can be extremely mysgonitic and ageist.   In this episode, she shares the importance of knowing and clearly communicating your value proposition. We talk about some of the difficult aspects of running a business of running a basis, especially one that is rooted in confidentiality. Tolania has a documentary slated to be released this fall. The documentary will tackle multiple themes about Nigerian Politics. Be sure to check it  out.   Connect with Guest Instagram – Tolani Alli Website – Tolani Alli   Let’s Hang Out Instagram - @thoseafricanchicks Website -  Those African Chicks Music - Nice To You