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 this lack of owning one’s identity as Nigerians has created such a divide in todays political, social & economic climate. For if you do not take care of what is yours, it will spoil.
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 the lack of owning one’s identity as a Nigerian has created such a divide in todays political, social & economic climate. For if you do not take care of what is yours, it will spoil.
In this exhibition, Isaac Emokpae has worked tirelessly to depict the social and political climate in Nigeria using the flag as a symbolic focal point. Touching on issues of insecurity, social injustice and political upheaval's, the artist is able to highlight where we can improve as a nation, while encouraging every Nigerian citizen to take ownership of their national responsibilities.
