Seju Alero Mike

Returning to Queen’s College - this time not as students, but as alumni - was a full circle moment. 💗💚 The Alpha Alpha Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated was proud to participate in the HerStory of Nigeria activation at Queen’s College Lagos, led by ASIRI Magazine. Through storytelling, archival exploration, and interactive engagement, the program created space for students to connect with the histories of women who have shaped Nigeria and to see themselves within those possibilities. Our Sorors, all Queen’s College Old Girls, led a quiz that explored both the legacy of QC and the stories of influential women featured in the HerStory of Nigeria magazine. More importantly, we had the opportunity to engage directly with the students - sharing, listening, and connecting across generations. Moments like this remind us of the power of presence, of returning, and of pouring back into the spaces that shaped us. We look forward to continuing this journey with Asiri Magazine as HerStory of Nigeria reaches more schools across Lagos - deepening impact through education, storytelling, and youth engagement. #AKA1908 #AlphaAlphaOmegaOmega #ServiceToAllMankind #HerStoryOfNigeria #QueensCollegeLagos #YouthLeadership

April's Gratitude. I am proud of the work I have done this month. I pushed myself to face the most difficult tasks before me in a time when my spirit was heavy. Gratitude to my Ori for carrying me through this season. Gratitude to Oritsé for the provision of all I have needed to move forward on this journey. May I remain aligned with your guidance and grace. Aṣẹ ------ 📷 by The Sun Child

Last month, our community of artists, historians, architects, and cultural enthusiasts gathered for a guided visit to *Reimagining Nigerian Alternative Heritage* — a landmark exhibition curated by the National Museum Lagos in collaboration with IFRA-Nigeria (@ifranigeria ), and hosted at the Old Secretariat in Marina. For the first time, the doors of this historic building were opened to the public for an experience of this nature; an invitation to engage with heritage not as static memory, but as something living, evolving, and open to interpretation. We opened the afternoon with a welcome address given by Seju Alero Mike (@samthesunchild ) Project Lead for the Creative Alliance, followed by a thoughtful walkthrough of the exhibition led by Mrs. Nkechi Adedeji (@nkechi.adedeji ), whose reflections traced the journey of the project and highlighted the museum’s expanding commitment to cultural preservation — from iconic artefacts to the often overlooked: micro-histories, marginalised objects, natural archives, and the quiet layers that shape our collective memory. Historian Kelechi A. Ujagbor (@jessekujagbor ) then guided us through a deeper reading of the Old Secretariat itself — unpacking its architectural language, political symbolism, and enduring presence within Lagos’ urban and historical landscape. One of the most meaningful moments of the day came with the arrival of students from Julimak Schools, who experienced the exhibition with curiosity and openness. Watching them engage with ‘Enter the Jungle: Heritage as Play’, developed by @lucidjungles and guided by @kxngbonzo , was particularly special — a phygital encounter where they explored a digital version of the very building they were standing in. Moving through space, interacting with objects, and encountering history through play. We remain deeply grateful to the curator and team at the National Commission of Monuments and Museums, to IFRA-Nigeria, and to our extended community for joining us in this moment.

Seju Alero Mike 🎉 — @samthesunchild Seju Alero Mike is a Nigeria-based curator and cultural strategist, curating narrative architectures that connect African spirituality, digital culture, and spatial storytelling. 🔗 See full profile via the link in bio. @eastafricaarts @southernafricaarts @artexchangemovingimage @ngbritisharts @britishcouncilsenegal @britishcouncilgh @britisharts @britishcouncilet #ArtExchange #MovingImage #BritishCouncilSSA #VisualArts #ArtsOpportunity #CreativeCollaboration #CuratorsOfAfrica #BCArtsSSA #OpenCallAfrica #CuratorialPractice #AfricanCurators

We talked to @samthesunchild , creative consultant, producer, and founder of @osengwa , a collective rooted in contemporary African art. She shared with us the role African heritage plays in her work, the impact she hopes to leave on the Lagos art scene with @osengwa , and the importance of Disaporan connectivity. Check out the full roundtable conversation at the link in our bio.✨ #MarieClaireNigeria #DreamingNewWorlds #ChordNotesBodyRhythmInTheCity

Yesterday I had the pleasure of attending the launch of the HerStory of Nigeria Project, hosted by Asiri Magazine in partnership with the British Deputy High Commission at the British Residence in Lagos.⁠ ⁠ The event featured an exhibition, a panel conversation, and the launch of the HerStory of Nigeria magazine and digital archive. Together, these elements created a powerful moment of reflection on the women whose courage, advocacy, and leadership continue to shape Nigeria’s journey.⁠ ⁠ The exhibition and magazine platform stories of influential women who fought for growth, justice, and social transformation in Lagos between 1910 and 1950, while also acknowledging women across the wider Commonwealth whose work has contributed to the advancement of their countries and local communities.⁠ ⁠ One of the highlights of the event for me, was the joy of reconnecting with fellow Queens College Lagos alumni. It was special to share stories and reflect on the legacy of activism, education, and civic engagement that continues to shape the QC community.⁠ ⁠ Projects like HerStory feel like important acts of cultural memory; preserving narratives, expanding our archives, and honoring the women whose work helped move society forward.⁠ ⁠ Grateful to have been present to witness this meaningful moment.⁠ ⁠ #HerStoryOfNigeria #CulturalMemory #IWD2026

Happy International Women’s Day! ☀️ Today we celebrate the women of Nigeria. You who move between worlds with courage. Women who build bridges between communities, and ways of knowing. Your perspectives shape culture, expand possibility, and transform the systems we inhabit. It was a pleasure to gather with @chinyere.obieze , @uptown_oyinda , Dr Tosin Sogbesan, @jay.oaks , @asibidanjuma , @evennaji and @samthesunchild for a conversation on Building Critical Multidisciplinary Ecosystems in Nigeria. Together, these system-builders reflected on the evolving relationships between culture, technology, and artistic practice. What emerged was a shared moment of learning and negotiating on asks of the artists and the structures that support them. The full conversation will be released later this week on the @goetheinstitut_nigeria YouTube channel. cinematography: @fiimu.productions , @nenginelson1 and @uj_visuals Editor: @island.sunsets #goetheinstitutnigeria #dreamingnewworlds #internationalwomensday #nigerianwomen

Spent Friday at @plus234art and left feeling so deeply inspired. In its third year, the fair continues to grow, expanding its curatorial breadth; actively seeking and welcoming artists from across the country. This year’s pop-up installation by @lagosstreetartfestival also added another dimension, upping the dopeness factor by bringing street art into the fold and widening the language of the fair. But beyond the works, what I love most about +234 is how it always feels like a family reunion. Seeing artists whose work I admire. Walking alongside creatives who inspire me. Running into familiar faces who bring so much beauty into the world. Always grateful for spaces like this, that remind me how vibrant and connected our creative community truly is. ✨

Seeing, Shooting & Shaping a Story My heart is so full after this workshop. Watching everyone dive into their creative process through photography and film was a massive reminder of why we do this. We started the day as friends with phones and left as a community of storytellers seeing the world a little more clearly. To the creators who showed up and stayed vulnerable thank you. Your energy was the real magic. Thank you for grinding behind the scenes to make this vision a reality. I couldn’t have held this workshop at @s.ea.experience without your hands and hearts. @samthesunchild @vhickiey_ @femi_elias @_teeshots @early20smodelmanagment @sossa_reels A huge shoutout to @vsco for powering this experience and gifting every attendee a month of VSCO Pro. #seeingshootingandshapingastory #vsco #RubyOkoro

We had the honour of having @samthesunchild impart necessary knowledge to the #mymaartprize participants on the best way to curate their portfolios. Share this week’s #arttips with other artists in your circle! #contemporaryart #africanart #artcollector

✨️ I Am Entitled ✨️ i am entitled to it all. ease is my birthright. joy is my birthright. luxury is my birthright. play is my birthright. abundant is the wealth of my father. unending is the love of my mother. i am entitled. a dọkp'ayẹ. 📸s by my brother @jonathanchambalin 💛 .......

Community. connection. joy. 🎨✨ In Episode 21 of Find Your Alpha, we sit with Seju Alero Mike, founder of Osengwa, a platform whose name means “it is beautiful.” Through Osengwa, Seju has built a thriving community of art lovers, creators and cultural explorers by sharing the beauty of African art in deeply immersive ways. From curated events and art consulting to digital platforms and live in gallery experiences across Lagos and Accra, Seju’s work proves that art becomes even more powerful when people experience it together. For her, photos capture time. experiences capture emotion. and community gives art its full meaning. She reflects on three powerful lessons from building Osengwa. Build with intention and the right people will find you. Stay open and flexible because growth rarely arrives the way you expect it. And most importantly, have fun. If it does not bring joy, it will not last. Seju believes community expands perspective. When creatives gather, share ideas and respect differences, creativity grows richer. Collaboration across cultures, disciplines and skills makes the work more beautiful and more impactful. 🎥 Watch now on our YouTube channel. TIMA Network. link in bio Let Seju’s journey remind you that when creativity is rooted in joy and shared with others, it becomes a living experience. #FindYourAlpha #SejuAleroMike #Osengwa #TheIdeasMillAfrica #CreativeCommunity ArtAndConnection AfricanArt CommunityBuilding PurposeDrivenCreativity