Prof. Tunde Akinwumi's Legacy of Preservation
At 80, Prof. Tunde Akinwumi has woven a legacy of preservation, with a collection of Adire textiles on display at the Yusuf Grillo Art Gallery, Yaba College of Technology, Lagos.
Each of the over 50 textiles tells a story of Nigerian history, which Akinwumi has spent his lifetime trying to save from being forgotten.
Scholars, former students, and art lovers gathered to celebrate his 80th birthday and honour his legacy, built through his relentless pursuit to preserve Nigeria's sartorial soul.
The event was the culmination of a week that began with a press conference, where the octogenarian first unveiled the treasures he began gathering in the late 1970s.
Akinwumi's work is a testament to his dedication to preserving Nigerian history and culture.
Author's summary: Akinwumi preserves Nigerian culture.
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