It all started with a Tweet. This time last year Olaloye Bunmi challenged fellow Nigerian artists to showcase their creative work on Twitter using the hashtag #WeAreNigerianCreatives.

The tweet went viral with many artists responding by sharing examples of their best work. This created an amazing online collection of Nigerian art for the world to see. We’ve curated some of our favourite ‘We Are Nigerian Creatives’ posts below for you to enjoy, appreciate and retweet.

Yinfaowei Harrison

Hey everyone, I’m Yinfaowei Harrison. Color key artist/ BG painter. I’m a Nigerian. #WeAreNigerianCreatives pic.twitter.com/JyU5jPpFaP

— Harrison (@tyinfaowei) February 28, 2018

Larry Tamara

The negative parts of Naija are being recognised more than the positives. While we pray for things to improve, we want change that viewpoint and show the world that Nigerians have a lot to offer in the creative light. I’m a Nigerian Ballpoint pen artist #WeAreNigerianCreatives pic.twitter.com/1dSC9FhTOc

— Larry Tamara (@tamster_c) February 23, 2018

Ifeoluwa

My name is Ifeoluwa,
I am a selftaught Nigerian artist.#WeAreNigerianCreatives pic.twitter.com/xKMDCCIlms

— Ifeoluwa .O (@feoluwart) February 27, 2018

Ikechukwu Nnadi

My Name is Ikechukwu Nnadi and I come from a place where everyone is a genius.
The struggle is real, the life is colourful and the people are full of ideas.
I am a Nigerian,🇳🇬 and this is my story. #WeAreNigerianCreatives pic.twitter.com/xiOHX4xJf4

— Ikechukwu Nnadi 🇳🇬 (@NnadiArts1) February 23, 2018

Marcellina Oseghale Akpojotor

I am Marcellina Oseghale Akpojotor, I’m a visual artist. I use relatable Ankara as a medium to explore womanhood.#WeAreNigerianCreatives pic.twitter.com/h36qsVLgz8

— Marcellina Akpojotor (@MarcellinaOA) March 1, 2018

Melody Ogbebor

Hi,I’m Melody Ogbebor…a biochemist and self-taught artist. I specialize in customized charcoal and graphite drawings ❤️ #WeAreNigerianCreatives pic.twitter.com/hbzaqueaQv

— Mel.Ogb.Art (@mel_ogb) February 25, 2018

Mohammed Agbadi

Im Mohammed Agbadi.
i am a Nigerian.
i draw Comics and African stuff.
pls rt.#WeAreNigerianCreatives pic.twitter.com/jQzrsix3oZ

— mohammed agbadi (@mohammedagbadi) February 28, 2018

Mayowa

Hi, I’m Mayowa, and the city of Lagos is my muse #WeAreNigerianCreatives pic.twitter.com/ggzlOPuFWQ

— Alabi Mayowa (@Shutabug) February 26, 2018

Ken Nwadiogbu

My artworks done with pencil on paper. Yes! Actual pencil on paper. Kindly RT ❤️ #WeAreNigerianCreatives pic.twitter.com/Gw35wlNt0p

— Ken Nwadiogbu (@kennwadiogbu) February 23, 2018

Temi

Hi, my name is Temi and I create drawings using colouring pencils #WeAreNigerianCreatives pic.twitter.com/UyhxJZFg1J

— Temi Danso Art (@Temi_Danso) February 23, 2018

Jekein Lato-Unah

I am Jekein Lato-Unah, a 21 year old multidisciplinary artist focusing on painting at the moment. #WeAreNigerianCreatives pic.twitter.com/BqTkFjp199

— Jekein Lato-Unah (@jekeinlatounah) February 28, 2018

To see more of the inspiring work which was shared as part of the #WeAreNigerianCreatives hashtag visit Twitter.