The Creative Colony Project recently launched the Eco Art Project, an ambitious initiative combining artistic expression with environmental advocacy.

This project was executed in partnership with Artzmania and United Way Greater Nigeria. Targeting Mushin and Makoko communities, the project taught children to turn trash into art, emphasising the importance of recycling to combat waste, inspire change and foster a sustainable environment for future generations.

The Children worked on a large canvas with illustrations of modern-day heroes, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Tunde Onakoya of the Chess in Slum Foundation and world record holder, Tobi Amusan.

Waste materials like biscuit wrappers and cardboard were used to bring these illustrations to life, resulting in visually stunning, eco-friendly art. This project did not only promote recycling, it also promoted the gift of creativity and how it can be implemented in various ways.

Despite challenges that arose, the event was filled with fun and learning. Activities spanned two days at Ilupeju Senior Secondary School in Mushin and a Children’s Day celebration at Mawumaduka Orphanage in Makoko.

The Creative Colony Project team provided a memorable experience for the children, with support from sponsors Artzmania, who supplied all art materials for the project and United way Greater Nigeria who supported the project’s success.
The team is sending special thanks to Honourable Rasaq, Chairman of Odi-Olowo LCDA, for attending the Mushin outreach and to outreach coordinators, Progress Giwa and Fred Nwazu for guiding the children in their artistic endeavors.

Committed to organising impactful projects to promote sustainability in Africa, the Creative Colony Project remains committed to creative development in Africa and looks forward to partnering with more organisations and urged Nigerians to remember to recycle to save the planet.