Jun 4, 2020 16:20 Nigerian Performance artist Jelili Atiku

In this episode I speak with Jelili Atiku is one of Nigeria’s most well known and award winning performance artists who’s practise sits in the intersection between politics social justice and climate change. He is admired for his fantastically elaborate performances that are energetic full of imagery, costumes and movement that reflect Nigeria’s rich heritage and history. Through drawing, installation sculpture and live art Jelili Atiku brings social and political issues facing Nigeria and its post colonial identity into prominence. He was the recipient of the prestigious Prince Claus Laureate award in 2015. We speak about his deep pride for his culture and indigenous knowledge that drives his practise. He talks about his research and careful consideration behind every project and his legacy through his ‘live art’.