A look inside the ninth edition of Lagos' biggest art fair, ART X

The ninth edition of ArtX Lagos was held at the prestigious Federal Palace Hotel in Victoria Island between October 31 and November 3.

Since its inception, ART X has grown to become one of Africa's most influential cultural events, attracting international collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts from around the world. The theme for this year’s edition was "Promised Land," and it offered a captivating exploration of Afro-futurism and the evolving landscape of African art.

Artists from across the globe presented a rich variety of works that reflected their vision of the future while staying deeply connected to Africa’s vibrant heritage and the shifting realities of the continent.

The theme also invited participants to imagine a Promised Land, a place where African creativity takes center stage in shaping global art conversations.

The installations, special projects, and thematic exhibitions at the fair were both thought-provoking and inspiring. Many of the works explored the African body …