Akomfrah’s signature cinematic style creates critical and poetic connections across different places and times to encourage acts of listening and looking again, as forms of activism. His work explores how …
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Lagos Pottery Festival celebrates culture, identity
by The Nationby The Nation 4 minutes readThe exhibiting artists were Victor Cyprian O. Chimmuanya Onuzulike, Joseph, Ibekwe, Onuegbu Favour, Ugonna Ibekwe, Akabueze Promise, Jegede Joshua T. Ayanwale Ajoke, Daniel Adeniran, Idemudia Mercy, Agbo Ile, Kehinde James …
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“Colour as Resistance,” a memorial exhibition honours Life and Legacy of Olu Ajayi in Lagos
by Funmilayo Adeniji 2 minutes read“The canvas does not ask where you are from. It only asks what you have to say” – Olu Ajayi Remembered as a painter, cartoonist, scholar, and art activist, Olu …
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Venice Biennale 2026: Africa takes centre stage with record representation
by Agency Report 3 minutes readThirteen African countries are participating in the 2026 Venice Biennale, a record for the event. Guinea, Equatorial Guinea, Sierra Leone and Somalia joined the exhibition for the first time. The …
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“The Earth Holds Our Names”: Olumide Onadipe, and the sacred work of ‘Ká, Yí, Dì, We’
by Jelili Olorunfunmi Atiku 7 minutes read“The Earth Holds Our Names” because Onadipe “ká” them from the dirt, “yí” them toward the light, “dí” them with wire and will, and “we” them for us to carry. …
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Lines Redrawn: African Pavilions and a Biennale in Transition and Disruption
by ArtAfrica Magazine 10 minutes readThe 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, In Minor Keys by Koyo Kouoh, will run from Saturday 9 May to Sunday 22 November 2026, with previews on …
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Visual art patriarch, Onobrakpeya to be honoured with The Gregorian Art Exhibition, April 25-27
by Agency Report 3 minutes readThemed “Celebrating Legacy, Excellence and Continuity,” the exhibition is conceived as an intergenerational showcase honouring Onobrakpeya’s enduring influence as a pioneer, mentor, and creative visionary… The exhibition, titled The Gregorian …
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Art Arising Art Festival 2026 comes alive despite odds, April 18-25
by Funmilayo Adeniji 5 minutes readThe festival is designed to promote creativity, celebrate artistic excellence, and provide a platform for both emerging and established artists to showcase their talents. It will feature exhibitions of paintings, sculptures, …
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ICONIC ABUJA: Contemporary art exhibition exploring Nigeria’s capital, runs April 18-26
by Agency Report 3 minutes readDedicated to Nigeria’s capital, ICONIC ABUJA explores a city shaped by vision, planning, and an evolving identity. Conceived in 1976 as a purpose-built seat of national unity, Abuja represents possibility, …
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Shyllon Museum, Ventures Platform launch 3‑year collaboration
by Agency Report 6 minutes readAt the heart of the collaboration is a student engagement component embedded within the University’s educational curriculum. Through a series of guest lectures, masterclasses, and practical sessions, Ventures Platform will …