Coronation Art Gallery Hosts Groundbreaking Exhibition – Celebrates African Art and Women Empowerment
Coronation Group–leading financial services conglomerate, proudly hosted an extraordinary celebration of African creativity and cultural heritage at the Coronation Art Gallery Exhibition, showcasing an impressive collection of works curated from the private collections of 13 distinguished female art collectors.
The exhibition is part of Coronation’s ongoing mission to foster gender inclusivity and cultural appreciation, while showcasing the convergence of art, wealth, and sustainability.
The groundbreaking exhibition was graced by The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, whose presence underscored the critical role that art plays not only in cultural preservation but also as a multidimensional asset class with the potential to drive wealth creation and socio-economic development.
Among the prominent attendees were Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede CFR, Chairman of Coronation Group; Gbenga Oyebode MFR, Chairman of Aluko & Oyebode; Dere Otubu, Chairman of Eko Electricity Distribution Company and Femi Okunsanya, Chairman, First Ally Capital.
The curated selection of remarkable artworks from the collections of Funmi Oyetunji, Dolores Odogwu-Edgal, Tinuade Awe, Grace Osime, Sola Carrena, Nwakaego Boyo, Lanre Shasore, Bimpe Nkontchou, Dudun Peterside, Freda Isingoma, Toyin Odulate and Adia Sowho offered a diverse glimpse into African creativity. Each piece, thoughtfully arranged by renowned curator Ugoma Ebilah, reflected the unique perspectives and passions of the collectors while celebrating the breadth and vibrancy of African art across genres.
Inspired by the vision of Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, the Coronation Art Gallery seeks to democratise access to art, with a strong focus on nurturing a deep love and appreciation for African art and culture.
Ngozi Akinyele, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer of Coronation Group, remarked, “As part of Coronation’s sustainability agenda, we are deeply committed to embedding gender inclusivity in all our initiatives. This exhibition underscores our dedication to amplifying women’s voices while promoting responsible cultural practices.”
Akinyele added, “We are incredibly proud to have collaborated with such extraordinary women for this exhibition. Through this initiative, we hope to inspire future generations of art lovers, collectors, and creators to engage with African art and its powerful role in shaping our collective future.”
As Yemi Sadiku, MD/CEO of Coronation Trustees, noted during the event, while Coronation Group continues to broaden access to sustainable wealth creation, its Art Gallery opens the doors to Africa’s rich artistic heritage, making it more accessible to the public. These complementary missions help build a legacy of shared prosperity, where wealth and creativity flourish together for the benefit of future generations.
The gallery exhibition remains open to the public, offering a unique opportunity for all to explore and appreciate the incredible works on display. #Coronation Art Gallery Hosts Groundbreaking Exhibition – Celebrates African Art and Women Empowerment $3.5bn Bakassi Deep Seaport Construction to Begin Soon – ICRC
