Artist Moniker: Sammyartx

Artist Name: Samuel Edongson

Inspiration Poem: From Lagos To The World

Artwork Description

From Lagos to the World is a vibrant celebration of culture, identity, and global connection—an artwork that captures Lagos not just as a city, but as a movement. Infused with the energy of a living festival, the mural weaves together the traditions that ground us and the ambitions that propel us forward.

The iconic Eyo masquerade stands as a guardian of heritage, while bold cultural patterns and the Lagos skyline anchor the piece in the city’s unmistakable identity. At the center, a radiant figure lifts the globe, symbolizing Lagos’ expanding influence and its creative force stretching beyond borders. This character—born from digital illustration and not modeled on any real person—represents the collective spirit of Lagosians rather than an individual likeness.

The mural’s vivid colors and layered motifs mirror Lagos’ rhythm: relentless, expressive, and resilient. By transforming poetry into imagery, the artwork becomes a visual anthem—one that declares Lagos as a powerhouse of creativity, pride, and possibility, rising confidently onto the world stage.