Past
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I See (Wo)men As Trees
A Solo Exhibition by Taiye Idahor 25 Oct - 30 Nov 2024 I See (Wo)men As Trees is Taiye Idahor’s first solo exhibition in Nigeria in a decade. This highly anticipated exhibition is a multifaceted exploration of ownership, freedom, identity, and the rich legacies women inherit across generations. At its core, the exhibition examines women’s resilience and deep-rooted connection to their histories,... Read more -
ÀWA
Daniel Olumide & Simon Ojeaga 31 Aug - 30 Sep 2024 ’AWA’ is about “Us”. It offers a layered exploration of youth in contemporary Nigeria, delving into various characteristics and personalities found in local communities. Through the work of visual artists, Simon Ojeaga and Olumide Daniel, we see the individuality and independence of being young, while revealing how cultural traditions, particularly... Read more -
Fieldnotes From A Master: Argungu Series 10
Moses Oghagbon 15 Jun - 27 Jul 2024 For almost three decades, Moses Oghagbon has concentrated his efforts towards painting Argungu, an emirate wedged upon the Sokoto River in Kebbi, Northern Nigeria. Historically, depictions of Argungu rarely veered further than the singular lens of its renowned fishing festival, paying little regard to its visual ethnography. With his sharpened... Read more -
Within our Midst
A duo exhibition featuring Michael Igwe and Paul Majek. 11 May - 8 Jun 2024 O’DA Art Gallery presents, Within our Midst , a duo exhibition featuring visual artists, Michael Igwe and Paul Majek. Drawing inspiration from Nigerian traditional and contemporary themes, this exhibition explores the potential of art as a powerful form of revelation in connecting generational dialogues and spirituality, whilst questioning how often... Read more
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In the Center of Fantasy
A Group Exhibition featuring Chidube Emmanuel, Ganiu Ismail, Natnael Ashebir, Blossom Oyeyipo and Onakoya Afeez. 13 Apr - 4 May 2024 Natnael Ashebir's 'Layers of Life' series offers a thought-provoking commentary on the complexities of urbanisation and its impact on identity and community. His dynamic compositions and abstract forms, serve as allegories for the multifaceted nature of modern life as seen in The Story of the wind 03 . Through his... Read more -
Monuments of the Soul
A solo exhibition by Reuben Ugbine 24 Feb - 22 Mar 2024 Reuben Ugbine was a master storyteller with a keen eye for detail whose creative flair permitted him to translate human experience into visual narratives. His work has the ability to draw the viewer's attention to the nuances of multiple lives and conditioned behaviours, shedding light on how we collectively occupy... Read more -
Walk like a Champion
A Solo Exhibition by Abe Odedina 28 Oct - 25 Nov 2023 O’DA Art is pleased to present, Walk like a Champion , Abe Odedina’s first solo exhibition in Lagos, Nigeria. This new body of work is a testament to this special gathering and the thrilling opportunity to finally exhibit in Nigeria again and most importantly, to make a show for his... Read more -
Citizens of Nowhere
A Solo Exhibition by Anthony Nsofor 30 Sep - 21 Oct 2023 Stretching across these canvases, a symphony of faces, expressive symbols and patterns combine to create a captivating series of abstract compositions. Within each stroke lies a multitude of identities reflecting diverse and collective experiences witnessed by visual artist Anthony Nsofor on his journeys. These paintings are a continuation of his... Read more
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Eternal Forms
Exploring the Intersection of Earth and Humanity 15 Jul - 26 Aug 2023 O’DA Art is pleased to present, ‘Eternal Forms’, a Solo Exhibition by Multidisciplinary artist, Alimi Adewale. In this exhibition, Adewale weaves together the enigmatic tapestry of Cave paintings, dynamic Female Portraiture, and a collection of Sculpture pieces that explore the human form in all its glory. Through a cohesive body... Read more -
Into the Deep
A Solo Exhibition by Chika Idu 13 May - 14 Jun 2023 O’DA Art is pleased to present Into the Deep, a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist, Chika Idu. In this new body of work, Chika Idu’s dynamic compositions are a direct response to the livelihood of destitute water-communities in Southern Nigeria. From studying the every-day life of its people, where children... Read more -
The Re-Agents: Amplified
A Solo Exhibition by Ayoola Gbolahan 26 Mar - 15 Apr 2023 Over the last five years, Ayoola Gbolohans work has explored notions of the African Renaissance, where traditional and cultural knowledge of past generations has the power to inform and influence future generations of Africans. In this new body of work, Gbolahan captures the essence of an amplified cultural understanding of... Read more -
Other-Worldly
Group Exhibition 3 - 23 Dec 2022 With an alluring body of work, these artists, in their individual creative language, depict their viewpoint of existence and forms of being. Covering social and environmental themes, to expressions of individualism, strength and identity through an imaginary lens; each artist’s use of colour and medium is emboldened by their well-defined... Read more
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The Ascendancy of Machine
Olu Amoda & Kelani Abass 29 Oct - 26 Nov 2022 In today’s digital era, the world has evolved in its modes of work, its dissemination of information and social engagement. The influence of modern technology has paved the way for multi-functional practices that ultimately make life easier for the masses. In this exhibition, both artists, although highly distinct in style... Read more -
Are you ashamed of yourself
A solo exhibition by Isaac Emokpae 10 Jun - 9 Jul 2022 O'DA Art Gallery is pleased to present 'Are you ashamed of yourself?', a Solo exhibition by visual artist, Isaac Emokpae. In Chinua Achebe’s ‘An Image of Africa’, he argues that “...Nigerians are the most unpatriotic people”. Written over 50 years ago, this still rings true today. One could argue that... Read more -
Echoes of Serenity
Duke Asidere & Edosa Ogiugo 14 May - 4 Jun 2022 Over the last few months, Ogiugo has embraced more experimentation in his practice, refining his painterly technique while introducing fluidity with his creative process. Although he typically embraces an intuitive approach to making art in which he sketches an idea before fleshing out the composition on canvas, he reflects on... Read more -
Kainebi Osahenye
A Solo Exhibition 16 Apr - 6 May 2022 O’DA Art Gallery is honoured to present an exhibition of recent and timeless works by leading visual artist, Kainebi Osahenye. Displaying various compositions of abstraction and figurative work, the exhibition shed light on Osahenye’s bold and energetic painterly technique; exploring the intricacies of human identity, sensuality and faith. For Osahenye,... Read more
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Relational Lines
The Disjunction of Sameness 20 Nov - 20 Dec 2021 With a captivating body of work, all three artists in their individually distinct language depict their viewpoint of life. This showing covers commentary on political and social themes, to expressions of womanhood, strength and the simplicities of life. Each artist’s use of colours and texture is emboldened by their well-defined... Read more -
Cohesion in Colour
A Retrospective by Duke Asidere 30 Oct - 12 Nov 2021 Duke Asidere is a Nigerian contemporary artist who uses his art to engage with contemporary African politics. Through visual metaphors, Asidere comments on the everyday complexities of life from political upheavals and cultural struggles within his community; to social and psychological deficiencies within his community. Asidere’s broad oeuvre ranges from... Read more
