Beyond hospitality, Radisson Hotel Lagos Ikeja supports art, community

As part of many initiatives aimed at giving back to its community, the Radisson Hotel Lagos Ikeja recently opened its doors to young artists, offering them a space for creativity. The collaboration in the art exhibition offered the hotel a unique approach to foster community engagement and interactions as well as 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.

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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 Emmanuel Bankole, an artist, 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.