yaba
2025
yaba road, the everyday adventure
the story
Yaba Road isn’t just a route to major bus stops—it’s a daily survival test. Kekes and okadas squeeze through impossible gaps, while pedestrians cross like they have extra lives. Almost every day, there’s a near-miss or a full-blown accident, yet life goes on like it’s just another Tuesday.
the road
Yaba Road is not just about traffic; it’s also a major commercial hub. The road is lined with small shops, open-air markets, and street vendors selling everything from clothes and electronics to food and household items. Students from the nearby University of Lagos and Yaba College of Technology contribute to the area’s lively atmosphere.
To experience Yaba Road is to experience Lagos in its purest form. It’s unpredictable, fast-paced, and, at times, overwhelming. Whether you’re a driver, commuter, or pedestrian, one thing is certain on Yaba Road, you either keep up or get left behind.
For those unfamiliar with Lagos, Yaba Road might seem like organized chaos. But for those who navigate it daily, it’s just another day in the city that never slows down.
exploration
team
director
akinte ponmile
concept art
akinte ponmile
modeling
boluwatife abatan ● ella edeh ● opeyemi adewole
shading + composition
akinte ponmile
rigging
wasiu adewusi
animation
onyeme micheal ● funmi kayode ● oriasotie treasure ● olamide masha
tooling
aderemi adesada ● fausan hassan
sound design
saye bawa
