Landmark Lagos cultural experience to feature Olajumoke Adenowo
and leading Nigerian artists, opening with a special Collectors & Patrons Day
Lagos, Nigeria, September, 2026 — Nigeria’s leading voices in art
and architecture will converge in Lagos as AD Consulting partners with
Ecobank Nigeria to present The Convergence: The Iconic Architect & the
Icons of Art, a landmark cultural experience celebrating Nigeria’s
creative excellence, heritage and legacy.
Scheduled to run from October 1 to 7, 2026, at the Ecobank Pan African
Centre (EPAC), Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue, Victoria Island, Lagos, the event
will bring together internationally acclaimed architect Olajumoke
Adenowo, Founder of AD Consulting, and some of Nigeria’s most
distinguished visual artists for an immersive exploration of the
relationship between architecture, art and African heritage.
Among the artists whose works will feature are Abiodun Olaku, Bunmi
Babatunde, Kehinde Adewuyi, Tayo Quaye, Mufu Onifade, Alex Nwokolo,
Fidelis Odogwu, Kassi Nathalie, Dotun Popoola, Steve Ekpenisi, Collins
Abinoro and Joshua Nmesirionye among others.
Speaking on the concept behind The Convergence, Olajumoke Adenowo,
Founder, AD Consulting, said:
“Architecture and art are two of the most enduring expressions of who
we are as a people. They tell our stories, preserve our heritage and
give form to the values we want to pass on to future generations. The
Convergence brings these two powerful voices together to celebrate
Nigeria’s extraordinary creative heritage while creating a space for
new conversations about identity, beauty, ownership and legacy.”
She added: “This is not simply an exhibition. It is an intentional
meeting of architecture, art and people who understand that some of the
most valuable things we can leave behind are not merely possessions, but
ideas, culture and a sense of who we are. Through NeoHeritage, The
Convergence creates a contemporary expression of our heritage while
looking confidently towards the future.”
Unlike a conventional exhibition or art fair, The Convergence has been
conceived as a platform for dialogue, exploring how art and architecture
shape identity, preserve cultural memory and create enduring legacies.
At its heart is Adenowo’s NeoHeritage philosophy, which connects
Africa’s rich cultural inheritance with contemporary creative
expression. The experience is built around three design pillars: Light,
Zeitgeist and The 4th Dimension.
Collectors & Patrons Day
The Convergence will open on October 1 with an exclusive Collectors &
Patrons evening curated for invited collectors, patrons, high-net-worth
individuals and distinguished guests.
The opening will provide an intimate opportunity to experience the
exhibition, engage with participating artists and explore the works
within a setting centred on art, architecture, ownership, cultural
stewardship and legacy.
The programme will include curated viewing opportunities, conversations
with artists and creative leaders, and experiences designed to foster
meaningful connections among collectors, patrons, architects and
cultural leaders.
The wider exhibition will continue from October 2 to 7, giving a broader
audience the opportunity to experience the works and engage with the
ideas underpinning The Convergence.
The programme will also feature a Patron’s Preview, Founders’
Cocktail featuring an Architecture Salon by AD Consulting, and a
Collectors’ Circle, offering opportunities for private viewings and
deeper engagement with the artists and their work.
For Ecobank Nigeria, the partnership represents an opportunity to
support African creative excellence while creating a platform where
culture, creativity, private wealth and enterprise intersect.
Austen Osokpor, Head, Marketing & Corporate Communications, Ecobank
Nigeria, said: “Africa’s wealth is not defined by financial capital
alone. Our culture, creativity, intellectual capital and heritage are
equally important assets that must be preserved, celebrated and passed
on to future generations. The Convergence gives us an opportunity to
support this broader definition of African wealth by bringing together
exceptional artists, architects, collectors and cultural patrons in one
powerful experience.”
He added: “For Ecobank, this is more than an event. It is about
creating meaningful platforms that connect people, ideas and
opportunities, while reinforcing our commitment to African excellence.
We are delighted to partner with AD Consulting and Olajumoke Adenowo on
an initiative that places Nigerian creativity firmly within the wider
African and global cultural conversation.”
For Adenowo, whose architectural practice spans more than three decades,
The Convergence extends her NeoHeritage philosophy beyond architecture
into a broader conversation about African identity, creativity and
legacy.
The event comes at a time when African artists and architects are
commanding increasing global attention, alongside a growing community of
collectors and cultural patrons engaging more deeply with African
creative expression.
Through The Convergence, AD Consulting and Ecobank seek to create a
platform for meaningful conversations, cultural exchange, patronage and
the preservation of African creative legacy.
The Convergence will run from October 1 to 7, 2026, at the Ecobank Pan
African Centre, Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue, Victoria Island, Lagos, with
October 1 serving as the special Collectors & Patrons Day.
