Artist Moniker: Femiy Artmazing

Artist Name: Oluwafemi Babalola

Inspiration Poem: From Lagos To The World

Artwork Description

This mural explores the dual spirit of Lagos—Mainland and Island, chaos and clarity, survival and ambition—capturing the tension and beauty that define the city’s rhythm. At the center stands a woman adorned in bold regalia, a symbolic guide through Lagos’ relentless pace. Her staff represents direction, courage, and the resilience required to move with intention through the city’s ever-shifting landscape.

The peacock, vibrant and commanding, mirrors Lagos itself: loud, proud, extravagant, and impossible to overlook. A signpost anchors the scene, marking the daily crossroads every Lagosian must navigate—choices shaped by hustle, hope, and grit.

The Two-Sided City is a tribute to the people who rise, build, and carry their stories beyond the city’s borders. “From Lagos to the World” is more than a slogan—it is a survival code. If you can navigate Lagos, you can navigate anywhere.