{
  "id": 14159572,
  "title": "Ibrahim Kareem Makes Prestigious List of 63 Artists Selected for 2026 Abuja Photo Festival",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/ibrahim-kareem-makes-prestigious-list-of-63-artists-selected-for-2026",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-13T08:38:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/13/ibrahim-kareem-makes-prestigious-list-of-63-artists-selected-for-2026-abuja-photo-festival/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nigerian photographer Ibrahim Kareem has earned a spot among 63 artists chosen to showcase their work at the 10th edition of the Abuja Photo Festival in 2026. The selection process involved a staggering number of applications, making Kareem's inclusion a noteworthy accomplishment in his career. The festival, set to take place from October 27-30, 2026, will celebrate a decade of photographic expression with the theme 'Convergence: The Future of Imaging.' This opportunity to exhibit allows Kareem to share his creative vision with an audience that represents diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches to visual storytelling. As photography continues to evolve through technology, culture, and new artistic expressions, the Abuja Photo Festival serves as an important gathering place for artists to explore how images communicate and shape our understanding of the world. Kareem's selection from a pool of thousands of applicants highlights the recognition his work has received through the festival's competitive process. As a photographer who straddles Nigeria and the United Kingdom, his participation also represents a meaningful moment for bridging cultural experiences and traditions in visual expression. The festival's significance is amplified this year, as it marks its 10th edition and delves into the theme of convergence between artistic imagination, evolving technologies, and the changing role of photography in society. For Kareem, being part of this year's lineup is an important milestone in his artistic development. Beyond the prestige of being chosen, the exhibition provides him with the chance to reach new audiences, connect with fellow artists, and contribute to discussions about photography's direction in an increasingly image-driven world.",
  "summary": "Beating thousands of entries, the Nigerian photographer earns a place among a select group of artists set to exhibit at the festival’s landmark 10th edition. In a remarkable achievement that",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}