ISPPAN Pays Birthday Courtesy Visit to Dr. Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, Extends World Photography Day 2026 Invitation

The leadership of the Imo State Professional Photographers and Videographers Association of Nigeria (ISPPAN), led by its President, Comrd. Onyeahialam Chibueze T. of Lovers Multimedia, paid a birthday and familiarization courtesy visit to Her Excellency, Dr. Mrs. Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, former First Lady of Ondo State, as part of preparations for World Photography Day 2026.

The visit provided an opportunity for the association to extend birthday greetings, formally invite her as a Special Guest of Honour and proposed award recipient, and explore opportunities for collaboration with her BEMORE Foundation in the area of youth empowerment.

Extending Birthday Greetings and a Formal Invitation

Addressing Her Excellency, Comrd. Onyeahialam conveyed the goodwill of ISPPAN's leadership and members, while highlighting the association's preparations for the annual celebration.

“Your Excellency, ISPPAN is here today to wish you a happy birthday and to formally invite you to the 2026 World Photography Day Celebration as our Special Guest of Honor and Awardee.”

He explained that the celebration was scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at GLO RAN HOTEL, behind Ebere Links Filling Station, Port Harcourt Road, Owerri, Imo State.

The event, held under the theme “HOME,” formed part of ISPPAN's efforts to celebrate professional photographers and videographers while strengthening relationships with individuals and institutions supporting creative development.

Expanding the Reach of World Photography Day

During the engagement, the ISPPAN President explained that the association had intensified its preparations to give World Photography Day 2026 greater visibility and wider participation.

He outlined efforts to engage technocrats, public institutions, security agencies and private-sector stakeholders as part of a broader strategy to strengthen recognition of the photography and videography profession.

The President also highlighted ISPPAN's interest in building constructive relationships with the Imo State Government and other institutions whose activities intersect with public communication, documentation and creative industry development.

Exploring Youth Empowerment Through BEMORE Foundation

A key focus of the visit was the association's interest in establishing a collaborative relationship with the BEMORE Foundation.

Comrd. Onyeahialam expressed ISPPAN's desire to explore opportunities through which professional photography, videography and visual storytelling could contribute to youth empowerment.

The association emphasized the importance of recognising photographers and videographers as professional media practitioners whose skills can support training, communication, entrepreneurship and community development.

The proposed collaboration was presented as an opportunity to connect ISPPAN's professional network with youth-focused empowerment initiatives.

Editorial accuracy: The supplied report confirms that ISPPAN sought a partnership. It does not confirm that a formal agreement was reached. Do not describe the BEMORE Foundation partnership as approved or operational without additional evidence.

ISPPAN TV Presented as a Professional Media Platform

The ISPPAN President also introduced ISPPAN TV as a platform for professional interviews, storytelling and public-interest documentation.

He explained that the platform could provide opportunities for individuals and public figures to share their stories through professionally produced visual content.

As part of the presentation, he invited political figures, including candidates from different political parties, to participate in professionally conducted interviews through ISPPAN TV.

“We will conduct the interviews, package them, and showcase them professionally,” he stated.

The association described the initiative as part of its broader effort to demonstrate the professional capabilities of its members and expand opportunities for visual media practitioners.

Strengthening Relationships Beyond World Photography Day

The birthday courtesy visit formed part of ISPPAN's wider engagement with individuals and institutions ahead of World Photography Day 2026.

Through such engagements, the association continues to promote professional recognition, youth development, creative industry opportunities and constructive partnerships.

ISPPAN remains committed to building a stronger photography and videography community through unity, professional training, collaboration and responsible visual storytelling.

About ISPPAN

The Imo State Professional Photographers and Videographers Association of Nigeria (ISPPAN) is a professional association dedicated to promoting excellence, unity, professional development and collaboration among photographers and videographers in Imo State.