By Babajide Awoyinfa
The Coronation Art Gallery has showcased its first art exhibition of the year, reaffirming the transformative power of art to connect, elevate, and preserve.
In a statement by the organisers on Saturday, the exhibition
featured the private collections of Mr Hakeem Adedeji and Ms Ngozi Edozien, two visionary collectors who have spent decades patronising African art.
Curated by Ugoma Ebilah, the showcase took guests on a journey through identity, memory, and meaning.
Commenting on the exhibition, Ngozi Akinyele, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Coronation, noted: “This exhibition is special because it reflects the full arc of the art ecosystem
“Spanning creation, curation, collecting, conservation, and commerce. Coronation is proud to be at its heart.
“Using our own programming and partnerships to democratise access to art and support the growth of the creative economy in a way that’s both inclusive and enduring.”
Jibola Odedina, Chief Executive Officer of Coronation Securities, spoke on the broader vision: “The Coronation Art Gallery reflects who we are and what we value.
“Our quarterly exhibitions remind our clients and community that legacy isn’t just what you build financially; it’s what you preserve culturally, and pass on thoughtfully,” he said.
Hakeem Adedeji shared his personal journey as a collector and patron of the arts, saying, “I have been collecting Samuel Ajobiewe’s works for over 25 years.
“We set up Kobomoje, a residency in Ibadan, and we run programmes that support artists.
“We support people who do various activities within the ecosystem, not because we want anything in return, but because it gives me satisfaction that I’m supporting the whole art ecosystem.”
According to the statement, the exhibition brought together Nigeria’s leading business minds, creatives, diplomats, and cultural custodians.
High-profile attendees included JoEllen Gorg, Acting Consul General at the U.S. Consulate General, Lagos; Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, Chairman of Coronation Group; and various CEOs, diplomats, art patrons, and collectors.
The exhibition further reinforced Coronation’s commitment to platforms that elevate culture while deepening client engagement.
Since its founding in May 2022 under the vision of Aig-Imoukhuede, the gallery has showcased rare private collections.(NAN)
Edited by Folasade Adeniran
