Tayo Aina

Tayo Aina was born in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria on December 9, 1992.^[10] and is of Yoruba descent. He attended Ifako International Secondary School and later earned a Bachelor of Technology degree in Real Estate from the Federal University of Technology Akure, in 2015.^[11]

After graduating, Aina briefly worked as a web developer and salesman before becoming an Uber driver in Lagos.^[12] During this period, he developed an interest in photography and videography, documenting urban life and architecture. In July 2019, he transitioned to full-time content creation, focusing on travel, real estate, and lifestyle across Africa.^[13] Aina’s storytelling approach has led to collaborations with notable artists, including Adekunle Gold and Davido.^[14]

Aina collaborated on a documentary focusing on the Boko Haram insurgency in northern Nigeria. The video, which showcases the United Nations Development Programme’s (UNDP) initiatives to promote stability and recovery in the region.^[15][16]

Aina gained recognition for his work, culminating in his receipt of the Future Awards Africa Prize for Content Creation in 2022.^[8][7] His creative journey has been highlighted by brands such as TECNO.^[17] In a 2024 interview with BBC and CNN,^[18][19] Aina advocated for improved intra-African mobility, suggesting that current travel restrictions stem from concerns over permanent migration and weaknesses in passport and visa frameworks.^[20]