Nigeria's Rise to International Art Capital
Nigeria has always had cultural swagger, and now it's being recognized as an international art capital.
The opening of 'Nigerian Modernism' at Tate Modern has readjusted London's cultural temperature, says Funmi Fetto, reflecting a wider shift that has placed Nigeria at the forefront of the global art scene.
As London prepares for Frieze Week, Nigerian Modernism has emerged as one of the season's unmissable shows, with collectors, curators, gallerists, musicians, and art enthusiasts attending the private opening.
The promise of something larger was in the air.
Author's summary: Nigeria rises as international art capital.