Jimoh Akolo

Jimoh Akolo (1934–2023) was a Nigerian artist and educator, known for his contributions to modern Nigerian art. His work often explored indigenous cultural traditions and contemporary social issues. He have earned awards at the Northern Regional Festival of Arts. He was part of the students that went on to form the Zaria Art Society. He represented his school at an art exhibition organized at the Museum of Modern Art for high schools in New York in 1956. Quotes I have no regrets. I have spent my earthly life the best way I thought I could. As recalled by his son Ayodeji I dont think that there should be any rules guiding African artists. They should do what they like. They are expected to produce. It’s not necessary to tell them what to think. Interview with the late Ugandan playwright and novelist Robert Serumaga External links Category:Artist stubs Category:Artists from Nigeria Category:Educators from Nigeria Category:Modern artists