Jimoh Otisoro, a CAF/FIFA-recognized photojournalist, was born on April 5, 1975. It’s as hard to find the perfect words to describe him as it is to get him to quit using his Lens to cover athletic events. He considers photo journalism to be his vocation.

Jimoh Otisoro began photojournalism after completing his National Youth Service Corps year in 1992. Since then, he has covered numerous national and international events, including about seven world cups and twelve African Cups of Nations.

It was also suggested at a recent occasion in Lagos that anyone who has not seen Jimoh Otisoro’s work from 1993 onward is unfit to sit among football Stakeholders .

His open nature is infused with a unique sense of humor. This is why, before giving his shot, Jimoh Otisoro will break into every circle with his “Sa Sa Sa” and “Elelele” opening shouts to make his target audience smile.

Nsikakabasi Akpan, one of his devoted fans, writes a piece detailing the contribution Jimoh Otisoro has made to his career as he approaches his 47th birthday. He is among the thousands of people who have encountered “THE SAME JIMOH OTISORO.”

Jimoh Otisoro was present to record the scene, so I can still recall my first refereeing experience. Every time I see the image and the growth and change God has enabled me to experience, I take a moment to honor this veteran photojournalist who has devoted decades to the work he loves.

Not to mention my appearance, God has been faithful. That same Jimoh captured my early days when I handled my first match at the Uyo township stadium in my father’s uniform eleven years ago.

The same Otisoro I was there as my size and rank increased, and I never got bored of making sure every step was covered. You may argue that he was carrying out his duties, but I’ll tell you something more profound: I never had to pay for the photos back then since as a boy I had no money. For him it’s the job first. He is always smiling.

Since 1992, that same Jimoh Otisoro has documented and preserved the incredible athletic moments of thousands of athletes, both male and female, in the annals of history.

From analog to digital lenses, from paper and print photographs to our current “Send my Soft copy on WhatsApp mode,” that same Otisoro has changed with the years.

That same Otisoro has endured sunny days, rainy seasons, and the harsh financial hardships of living and working with athletes who adore photography but sing the “Mkpo Ibaha song” (No money to pay song) when it comes time to make payments.

That same Jimoh Otisoro, who is +1 now, is a shining example of a person who is consistent, passionate, and committed to their chosen vocation.

Jimoh Otisoro is one of the most dedicated men I have ever seen, both since my birth and as I age.