In a recent feature story titled “Benin City’s Flourishing Art Ecosystem Is Gaining International Attention For A Reason,” renowned art publication ARTnews offers a panoramic view of the Black Muse Art Festival, held from November 8-12, 2025.
Written by Ghanaian journalist and researcher Gameli Hamelo, the article folds together an interview with Victor Ehikhamenor, comments from Angels and Muse’s Program Director Roli O’tsemaye, and multidisciplinary artist Osaru Obaseki, situating the festival within the broader context of the burgeoning art scene in Benin City, Nigeria.
The inaugural Black Muse Sculpture Park Exhibition, the centerpiece of the Black Muse Art Festival, remains open to visitors and has on display works by Osaru Obaseki, Ayobami Ogungbe, Seidougha “Mr. Danfo” Eyimiegha, Olanrewaju Tejuoso, Uzor Ugoala, Kelly Omodamwen, and David Alabo. Read More