Abuja, Nigeria — The stage is set for an exciting convergence of art, ideas, and innovation as the National Gallery of Art, in collaboration with the School of Creativity, presents the 3rd International Art Fair 2026 in celebration of World Creativity and Innovation Day.

Scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, 2026, the event will officially open at 4:00 PM prompt at the Exhibition Pavilion, Opposite Radio House, Area 10, Garki, Abuja. The gathering promises an inspiring showcase of artistic excellence, creative enterprise, and cultural dialogue, drawing stakeholders from across Nigeria’s dynamic creative ecosystem.

At the helm of this prestigious occasion is Chief Host, Hannatu Musawa, Honourable Minister of the Federal Ministry of Art, Tourism, Culture and the Creative Economy. She is joined by Host, Ahmed Sodangi, whose leadership continues to shape the direction of visual arts development in Nigeria.

The event will be chaired by Taiwo Adeleke, while Afiniki Mangzha serves as the Special Guest of Honour, representing the Integrated Women and Youths Empowerment Centre. Adding a unique creative dimension to the programme is guest innovator Victor Prince Dickson, known for pioneering the National Cake Board Game and Kommonsense Game.

More than an exhibition, the Art Fair stands as a cultural statement, an invitation to experience the power of imagination as a tool for national growth. Artists, collectors, policymakers, and enthusiasts will engage in a shared space that celebrates originality while exploring the future of Nigeria’s creative economy.

As the world marks creativity as a vital force for development, Abuja becomes the focal point for a renewed conversation where art meets innovation, and ideas take center stage.

Event Details at a Glance
Event: 3rd International Art Fair 2026
Occasion: World Creativity & Innovation Day
Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM Prompt
Venue: Exhibition Pavilion, Opposite Radio House, Area 10, Garki, Abuja

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