EFFURUN/Nigeria: Effurun, Delta State is set to host the unveiling of Foundations of Photography – A Comprehensive Guide, the latest work by author, educator, visual artist, and trained lawyer, Solomon Elohor Abe. The highly anticipated book launch will take place on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at the Jubilee Retreat & Conference Centre, 5 Enerhen Road, behind Mother of Redeemer Catholic Church, Effurun, beginning at 4:00 p.m.
The event is expected to draw photographers, artists, educators, students, and members of the public to celebrate what Abe describes as a bold step in promoting photography as both a viable career path and a powerful tool for visual storytelling.
Speaking on the significance of the launch, Abe noted that the book represents not just an academic resource, but a vision for empowering young people to embrace photography as a means of self-expression and professional growth. “This launch is not just about a book, but about celebrating art, creativity, education, and visual storytelling,” he said.
The day also carries a personal and symbolic significance for Abe, as it coincides with his birthday and Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary, lending the event an atmosphere of national pride and personal celebration.
Colleagues and admirers describe Abe as a multitalented professional whose legal background complements his creative pursuits, giving him a unique perspective on discipline, structure, and innovation in the arts.
Guests are expected to attend from across the state and beyond, with the author urging friends, colleagues, and lovers of art to join him for what promises to be an inspiring evening of learning, celebration, and creativity.
