Lagos Lagoon Chronicles exhibition to hold in April

Lagos Lagoon Chronicles, the art exhibition, will be held at the National Museum in Lagos from April 5 to 12.

The art exhibition is the final phase of the Lagos Lagoon Climate Response project.

The project, led by Help Africa Initiatives with support from Danish ministry of foreign affairs, addresses climate change and environmental challenges affecting communities along the Lagos Lagoon.

Bolaji Alonge, the project director, disclosed that the initiative aims to turn waste into wealth, enhance water management and sanitation, create jobs, and improve public health and education while serving as a model for future sustainability efforts.

He said it seeks to bridge the gap between tradition and modernity while empowering the people of Epe to take charge of their development.

Alonge further revealed that the initiative seeks to preserve Epe’s cultural heritage.

“This project is not merely about providing books for students, free medical assistance, or training citizens; it is about building bridges between tradition and modernity,” he said.

“It allows the people of Epe to take ownership of their development while preserving their unique cultural heritage. We will see the ripple effects of our work in the years to come.”

The exhibition will open with a ceremony on April 5, featuring performances by children from Ejirin and Bariga, Crown Troupe Africa, and other performance artists.

A documentary highlighting the project’s impact will also premiere at the event.

On April 12, a free art workshop for children aged 5 to 12 will take place from 12 to 2 p.m.

The exhibition will showcase works by 13 artists who embarked on an immersive journey to capture the beauty and struggles of Epe and its people.

Their pieces will be displayed alongside intricately crafted interior designs made from water hyacinth, created by local artisans trained through the project.