Black Muse Art Festival in Benin City Inspired by Wole Soyinka's Work

The Black Muse Art Festival in Benin City, Edo State, is influenced by Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka's work, with a theme centered around nature and conservation. The festival showcased cultural heritage through the unveiling of the Azagba Pavilion sculpture park.

Founder Angel Muse International and acclaimed artist Victor Ehikhamenor emphasized the urgent need for environmental consciousness, drawing attention to ancient Benin sacrificial groves and biodiversity. The festival seeks to engage the public in reimagining art's role in protecting the environment and preserving cultural sanctuaries.