(L-R): Deborah Ogunole, Guest Relations and Quality Assurance Manager, Radisson Hotel Lagos Ikeja; Emmanuel Bankole Curator and Managing Director, Nuel Arts and Gallery; Chinelo Eze, Human Resource Lead, Radisson Hotel Lagos Ikeja; Blessing Okonkwo, Assistant Front Office Manager, Radisson Hotel Lagos Ikeja; Daniel Ogwuche Exhibiting Artist and Managing Director, Artsea Arts, Zita Chikeka, Training and Development Lead, Radisson Hotel Lagos Ikeja at the community inspired Art Exhibition held recently at the hotel.
In giving back to its community with heart, the Radisson Hotel Lagos Ikeja recently opened its doors to young artists as a space for creativity.
This collaboration, according to Radisson, offered the hotel a unique approach to foster community engagement and interactions. The art exhibition is also a demonstration of the hotel’s commitment to offer guests with exceptional contemporary experience whilst travelling locally.
Supporting and inspiring young talents to act on their dreams, the art exhibition titled “The Ties That Builds” provided a visible platform for bold expressions, compelling and visual storytelling. The exhibition of works is rooted in the belief that creativity thrives when nurtured by community collaboration and shared opportunity.
On display at the exhibition were great works of young artists including Owadasa Roland, Adewale Ojo, Delilah Oyawale and Daniel Ogwuche. Each artist projected a unique perspective, shaped by personal experience, yet their works resonated with a common message that our strength lies in the bonds that we form in our community.
Welcoming esteemed guests and art enthusiasts to the two-day exhibition, Yehia El-Mansoury, General Manager, Radisson Hotel Lagos Ikeja said, “Radisson Hotels is known for its commitment to art and design, often integrating artwork into our hotel experience. Here in Ikeja, our guests are discerning and with a passion for discovering new art. To elevate our guest experience and fill their travels with delightful memories, we have partnered with these talents to again reiterate our continuing support of the local art and creative community and to provide them with a viable platform to showcase their immersive artworks to art enthusiasts alike. We are truly inspired to see this level of creativity on display, and we are excited to lend our support in ensuring that their careers flourish”.
Known for actively giving back to its community, the hotel projects this creative exhibition as an added means to enrich networking in its community, to enhance positive conversations and to elevate guests experience by going beyond the norms of traditional hospitality. In attendance over a two-day period, there were art lovers, collectors, and cultural enthusiasts from across Lagos.
The exhibition, curated and moderated by artist Emmanuel Bankole, immersed guests in a world of visual storytelling and emotional resonance, giving a perfect balance of art, creative thinking and sophistication. With vivid paintings, detailed pencil sketches, and thought-provoking caricatures, each piece reflected an intriguing message about unity and our community.
As Radisson Hotel Lagos Ikeja continues to captivate guests with deep symbolism and artistic finesse, the luxury hotel also offers an array of modern facilities, including private meeting rooms and unique spaces for family, relaxation, children and other guests, all perfect for private and social events.
