Artzero Group, in collaboration with BA’s Place, proudly announces the launch of the Ikeja Art Salon, a bold new initiative designed to decentralize Lagos’ art scene and make contemporary art more accessible to communities on the Mainland.

Created to foster inclusivity, creativity, and cultural engagement, Ikeja Art Salon builds on the legacy of Artzero’s Art on the Mainland exhibition, offering a vibrant platform for curated shows, art talks, workshops, and public programs. Its mission is to cultivate a new generation of art lovers and collectors by bridging the gap between artists and the communities they represent.

“In Lagos, most art events are concentrated on the Island,” says curator Chinonye Ejimofor. “We created Ikeja Art Salon to shift that narrative—bringing contemporary art directly to the mainland, where engagement can be frequent, personal, and community-driven.”

Ejimofor shares this vision with Mr. Olafemi Olaniyan, owner of BA’s Place, a venue established to support and encourage the growth of art in local communities.

The inaugural edition of Ikeja Art Salon features an exceptional lineup of 35 artists, from the founders and pillars of Artzero Group, Muraina Akeem and Ato Arinze, to prominent contemporary figures such as John Adenle, Adeola Balogun, Djakou Kassi Nathalie, Sola Olumuyiwa, Lekii Adebesin, Stella Ubigho, David Adeogun, Ephraim Ugochukwu, Osaze Osayande, and Adedamola Adebesin.

Emerging talents add fresh perspectives to the mix, including Yvonne Nwoko, Mercy Idemudia, Mary Ogochukwu, Wura Oyameda, Obiwuru Esther, Oni Joseph Ilesanmi, and many more. This diverse blend of voices reflects the pulse of everyday Lagos life while celebrating Africa’s rich artistic heritage.

“Ikeja Art Salon is not just an exhibition—it’s a movement,” says Ato Arinze, exhibition initiator. “Our goal is to make art a living, breathing part of Lagos Mainland culture.”

Event Details:
Exhibition: Ikeja Art Salon – Miniature Exhibition 2025
Venue: BA’s Place, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, Nigeria
Date: 16th and 17th August 2025
Presented by: Art O Studio

Convener – Ato Arinze. Images courtesy Ato Arinze