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African Artist Renowned Culture Icon Chief Mrs. Nike Okundaye Honored at AMIAF 2025 as an Award Recipient by Miabo Enyadike

A Culture Queen Returns to AMIAF 2025 Last year, she was invited as a special guest, a force of culture and inspiration. This year, Dr. (Mrs.) Nike Okundaye graces the fair as an Awardee for her immense contribution to Nigerian and African Art Culture. She will be recognized in the festival for being a true 'Artconomist' the theme for this year's festival. A true matriarch of Nigerian and African art, Mama Nike has not only shaped artistic legacies but has also been a pillar of support for the arts across the board. Her presence as an Awardee is a celebration of heritage, resilience, and artistic excellence. Join us as we witness greatness! AMIAF 2025 just became legendary. Chief Nike Davies-Okundaye: A Pioneer in Nigerian Textile Art Chief Nike Davies-Okundaye (born May 23, 1951), also known as Nike Okundaye, Nike Twins Seven Seven, and Nike Olaniyi, is a distinguished Nigerian artist, textile designer, and cultural ambassador. Renowned for her intricate adire (indigo-dye...