Drawing on the research paper "Ceramics as a Medium of Social Commentary in Nigeria" by Ozioma Onuzulike, Chukwuemeka Nwigwe, and May Ngozi Okafor, we dive into the fascinating history of how art moved from functional pottery to biting social satire in the post-independence era.
Featured Artists:
• Demas Nwoko: Nigeria in 1959 and Dancers,.
• Chris Echeta: Politician I and Evidence of Good Living,.
• Chris Afuba: Politician and I Don Taya,.
• Chris Udeh: King of all Birds and My Prophecy,.
• El Anatsui: We De Patch Am.
Source Material: Onuzulike, O., Nwigwe, C., & Okafor, M. N. (2013). Ceramics as a Medium of Social Commentary in Nigeria. Bassey Andah Journal, Vol. 6.
A rare academic moment.
Here’s a compilation of some of my favorite shots from the Valedictory Lecture held last week at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
The lecture was delivered by Professor Ferdinand C. Chilaka, under the thought-provoking title “Lessons from the Unboiling of an Egg.”
For a biochemist, “unboiling an egg” is both scientifically rich and philosophically playful. In his closing reflections, Professor Chilaka used the egg as a powerful metaphor to address complex issues and realities within Nigerian society blending science, memory, and lived experience into a moment of lasting impact.
_Mmiri bụ Ndụ_ (Water is Life)
Water is fundamental to all life and productivity, yet its availability and purity have become increasingly fragile in our modern world. Human technological advancement has led to widespread pollution of water bodies in various forms as climate change continues to rapidly alter water cycles globally, rendering access to clean water uncertain for many communities across different regions.
This exhibition challenges us to recognise the importance of water and our collective responsibility to protect it.
EXhibition Curators: Ozioma Onuzulike @ozioma.onuzulike & Ugonna Ibekwe
A few weeks ago, I conducted a studio interview with Chuu Krydz Ikwuemesi, whose solo exhibition 'Moonlight Tales' opens at the Africa Centre in London on February 17th, 2025.
Leading up to the exhibition, I'll be sharing daily excerpts from our conversation.
Artist @krydz_ikwuemesi
Videographer @jibrinarts
Exhibition location @theafricacentre
Come along as we step into Ife Kwulu, Ife a Kwudebe Ya—which means Nothing Stands Alone—a beautiful exhibition by Nigerian artist and professor Chijioke Onuora at the Museum of African Studies, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Onuora’s work, blending Igbo tradition with contemporary art, explores how life’s contrasts—light and dark, strength and softness—actually bring us together. Curated by Ugonna Ibekwe, this exhibition is all about celebrating the connections that hold us up and bring balance to our world. Join us as we dive into the art, the stories behind it, and a fresh way of seeing how we’re all connected.
