March 31, 2025
Left to right: Omoboye Odu, Head of SME, Partnership and Collaboration, Ecobank Nigeria; Kola Adeleke, Executive Director of Commercial Banking, Ecobank Nigeria; Bolaji Lawal, Managing Director/Regional Executive, Ecobank Nigeria; Hannatu Musa Musawa, Minister of Art, Culture and Creative Economy; Mrs. Tola Akerele, Founder of +234 Art Fair and Soto Gallery; and Ms. Toyin Laoshe, Project Director of the +234 Art Fair, at the Art Fair held at the Ecobank Pan African Centre in Lagos.
The Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa has urged the private and public sectors to collaborate in promoting the sustainability of Nigeria’s art industry.
The minister who made the call at the +234 International Art Fair in Lagos, lauded Ecobank Nigeria, the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), Soto Gallery, and others for sponsoring the fair which provided a platform for emerging artists to showcase their talent and creativity.
She assured that her ministry will continue to support and encourage initiatives that promote the art and culture industry in the country.
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She commended the sponsors and organisers, for the exhibition, “I am truly proud of Ecobank and the other organizers for providing a platform that allows emerging artists to showcase their works. To ensure long-term sustainability of the art industry, it is crucial to involve the government. I am honoured to be here today for the second edition of this wonderful art fair.”
The minister who admired the displayed artwork at the fair held at Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC) in Lagos, expressed satisfaction with the diverse range of paintings, photography, and sculptures on display, assured the young artists of the ministry’s continued support and exposure.
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“From what I’ve seen so far, this event beautifully reflects the richness of Nigeria’s emerging talent. It serves as a bridge to the future, drawing inspiration from the past achievements of our ancestors in the world of art. This +234 Art Fair is a powerful evolution of storytelling, filled with emotion. I am proud to see young Nigerian artists being given the opportunity to express themselves fully.” she said.
