Mama Balo

Overview

For many, a toilet cleaner’s work might seem invisible, but for Mama Balo at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos students hostel, it’s a role she approaches with unmatched care and purpose. In this documentary, "Mama Balo" directors Hassan Yahaya and Kayode Idowu follow her daily routines, shining a light on how she finds pride and meaning in what many consider an “unimportant” job. Through her story, we see the extraordinary dedication behind the work that keeps overlooked spaces functional and dignified.