Nike Art Gallery Lagos: Location, Hours and Visitor Guide

By Sylvia Johnson, Senior Editor, LagosMove
Last researched and updated: 12 November 2026

Nike Art Gallery is one of Lagos’s best-known destinations for Nigerian visual art. Located in Lekki, the gallery showcases paintings, sculpture, textiles and other creative works associated with Nigeria’s cultural heritage.

If you are planning a visit, check the location, current opening hours, admission arrangements and photography rules before travelling. Published listings provide useful guidance, but they do not replace confirmation from the gallery. This guide separates what current sources list from what visitors should verify directly.

Key things to know before visiting Nike Art Gallery

Location: No. 2 Nike Art Gallery Road / Oba Yekini Elegushi Road, around the third roundabout on the Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lekki Phase I, Lagos. Address formats vary between listings.
Published hours: My Biennale lists 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Monday to Saturday and 1:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Sunday. Other directories show different schedules, so confirm before departure.
Admission: A current official general-admission price was not independently verified. Ask the gallery whether entry, guided visits or group activities have separate charges.
What to see: Nigerian paintings, sculpture, adire textiles, batik and other traditional and contemporary artworks.
Founder: The gallery was founded by Nigerian artist and textile designer Chief Nike Okundaye, popularly known as Mama Nike.
Before you go: Confirm the exact entrance, hours, access arrangements and photography rules.

Where is Nike Art Gallery located in Lagos?

Nike Art Gallery is in Lekki Phase I, Lagos State. Its address appears in different formats across public listings, including No. 2 Nike Art Gallery Road and No. 2 Oba Yekini Elegushi Road, near the third roundabout on the Epe Expressway. These descriptions point to the Lekki gallery, but check the map pin before setting out.

Use Google Maps directions to Nike Art Gallery and compare the destination with the gallery’s own current contact information. Searching only for “Lekki” is too broad because the area covers a long stretch of the Lekki-Epe corridor.

A useful location reference is the My Biennale Nike Art Gallery listing, which gives the address as No. 2 Oba Yekini Elegushi Road, third roundabout, Epe Expressway, Lekki, Lagos.

Nike Art Gallery opening hours

The following schedule is currently published by My Biennale and is also consistent with Google Maps listings. It is not a guarantee of admission on a particular day. Some business directories publish different weekday or weekend hours, so contact the gallery before travelling.

Monday to Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (published listing)
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (published listing)

Check the venue’s published visit schedule close to your intended date. If you are travelling from outside Lekki or arranging a group visit, get confirmation directly rather than relying on a search result alone.

How much is the Nike Art Gallery entrance fee?

A current official general-admission fee could not be independently confirmed during this research. Some older visitor accounts describe free entry, but an earlier visitor’s experience does not establish today’s admission policy.

Before travelling, ask the gallery whether general admission is free or chargeable and whether guided visits, workshops, school groups or special exhibitions have separate fees. If you are visiting with friends or students, request the total cost and payment method in writing where possible.

Do not assume that free general admission, if available, includes a guided tour, workshop or other organised activity.

Who founded Nike Art Gallery?

Nike Art Gallery was founded by Chief Nike Okundaye, widely known as Mama Nike. The gallery’s own history describes her as an artist and textile designer whose work is rooted in Nigerian textile traditions, including adire, weaving and embroidery. Its story also describes a wider mission to preserve Nigerian creativity and support artists.

The gallery’s official history and founder biography provides background on her work and the institution’s cultural mission. The page also describes the Lagos gallery as a five-storey space, a detail attributed here to the gallery itself.

What can you see inside Nike Art Gallery?

The gallery is known for a broad collection of Nigerian art and craft. The exact works on display can change, so treat photographs on older websites and social media as examples rather than a current inventory.

Nigerian paintings

Paintings are a central part of the gallery’s appeal. Visitors may encounter different subjects, artistic approaches, colours and interpretations of Nigerian life. If a particular artist or painting matters to you, ask whether it is currently on display.

Adire and traditional textiles

Adire is a Yoruba textile tradition that uses resist-dye techniques, often with indigo. Patterns are created by controlling where dye reaches the cloth. Nike Okundaye is recognised for her work with adire and related textile practices.

The Smithsonian National Museum of African Art documents her work in its collection. For example, its record for Liberal Women Protest March (Part 1) describes a mixed-media painting by Nike Davies-Okundaye, while its record for Garden of Eden identifies a batik work by the artist.

Batik and fabric design

Batik uses wax-resist methods to create designs on fabric. If you are interested in fashion, textile production or design, look closely at the patterns and ask gallery staff about the materials and techniques used in individual works.

Sculpture and decorative works

The gallery also displays sculpture and decorative artworks. Materials, subjects and styles vary. Ask staff about the artist and medium when a label does not provide enough information.

Contemporary Nigerian art

The collection gives visitors a way to explore contemporary interpretations of Nigerian identity and culture. It may also interest students, researchers, collectors and people working in design or the creative industries.

How to get to Nike Art Gallery from different parts of Lagos

Your journey time depends on your starting point, traffic and road conditions. Use a live map before leaving and allow extra time during peak commuting periods.

From Victoria Island or Ikoyi

Travel towards Lekki on the Lekki-Epe Expressway and follow the current navigation route to the gallery’s Lekki Phase I address. Confirm the exact turning and entrance with your driver.

From Ikeja, Yaba or Surulere

You will need to travel from the Mainland towards the Island before continuing along the Lekki corridor. Your route may involve the Third Mainland Bridge or another crossing, depending on traffic and your starting point. Check live directions rather than relying on a fixed journey-time estimate.

From Ajah or Sangotedo

Follow the Lekki-Epe corridor towards Lekki Phase I. Check the direction of traffic and the current map route before departure.

Transport options

Ride-hailing services such as Bolt or Uber, subject to driver availability and the drop-off point.
A private taxi or pre-arranged driver.
Your own vehicle, after checking parking arrangements with the gallery.
Public transport along the Lekki corridor, followed by a local connection to the gallery.

If you use public transport, confirm the nearest practical stop before boarding. Do not assume a bus will take you directly to the gallery entrance.

What is the best time to visit?

A weekday visit may suit visitors who prefer a quieter schedule, but the gallery does not publish a guarantee of crowd levels. The currently listed weekday opening time is 10:00 a.m.; Sunday listings show a later 1:00 p.m. start.

Traffic should influence your timing. A short distance on a map can take much longer during busy periods or when events affect the Lekki corridor. Check traffic shortly before leaving and confirm the gallery’s hours for that day.

How long should you spend at Nike Art Gallery?

Allow around one to two hours as an initial planning estimate. Visitors with a particular interest in Nigerian painting, sculpture or textile history may want more time. Your actual visit will depend on the current displays, access to different floors and whether you arrange a guided experience.

Avoid scheduling another activity immediately afterwards if you want time to look closely at the collection and ask questions.

Can you buy artwork at Nike Art Gallery?

The gallery is associated with displaying and selling Nigerian artworks. If you are interested in a particular piece, ask a gallery representative whether it is available and request written details before paying.

Confirm the artist’s name and the artwork’s title, if available.
Ask about the materials, dimensions and technique.
Confirm the complete selling price and accepted payment methods.
Request an invoice or purchase receipt.
Ask whether a certificate of authenticity or other supporting documentation is available.
Discuss packaging, delivery, insurance and any export documentation before an international purchase.

Do not assume every displayed work is for sale. For a valuable purchase, make sure the invoice identifies the artwork, artist, agreed price and payment terms.

Can you take photographs inside Nike Art Gallery?

Ask gallery staff about the current photography policy before taking pictures. Confirm whether personal photography is permitted and whether there are restrictions on flash, tripods, commercial shoots or particular artworks.

If you intend to use photographs for advertising, publications or commercial projects, request permission in advance. Obtain consent before photographing staff or other visitors.

Is Nike Art Gallery suitable for children and families?

The gallery can be an engaging cultural outing for families interested in art, colours, patterns and Nigerian creative traditions. Parents should supervise children and explain that artworks must not be touched unless staff explicitly allow it.

Before travelling with young children, ask about current access arrangements, available facilities and any restrictions affecting family or group visits. Do not assume that lifts, dedicated children’s programmes or specific accessibility facilities are available without confirmation.

Can students and researchers visit?

The gallery may interest students of Nigerian art, textile design, cultural heritage and contemporary African creative industries. If you need more than a general visit, contact the gallery in advance about research access, interviews, school groups, photography permissions or textile demonstrations.

Ask whether a group booking is required and provide the number of visitors.
Request permission for interviews or academic photography.
Ask whether a specific artist or type of work will be available to view.
Confirm any workshop fee, schedule or materials requirement.
Do not assume a public visit includes access to private archives or research collections.

Other places to visit around Lekki

If you are already travelling to Lekki, you may want to add another attraction to your itinerary. These LagosMove guides cover related destinations and activities:

These destinations have different locations, opening arrangements and admission policies. Check each one separately before building your itinerary.

Frequently asked questions about Nike Art Gallery Lagos

Where exactly is Nike Art Gallery in Lagos?

It is in Lekki Phase I, Lagos. Public listings use address formats including No. 2 Nike Art Gallery Road and No. 2 Oba Yekini Elegushi Road, near the third roundabout on the Lekki-Epe Expressway. Check the map pin before travelling.

Is Nike Art Gallery free to enter?

A current official admission policy was not independently confirmed for this update. Some older visitor accounts describe free entry, but contact the gallery to confirm today’s arrangements.

What time does Nike Art Gallery open?

My Biennale currently lists 10:00 a.m. Monday to Saturday and 1:00 p.m. Sunday. Other directories publish different hours, so confirm directly before making the journey.

Who owns Nike Art Gallery?

The gallery was founded by Nigerian artist and textile designer Chief Nike Okundaye, popularly known as Mama Nike.

What is Nike Art Gallery famous for?

It is known for Nigerian paintings, sculpture, adire textiles, batik and other traditional and contemporary artworks.

Can I buy paintings at Nike Art Gallery?

Ask gallery staff whether the specific work is available, confirm the complete price and request an invoice and supporting documentation before payment.

Can tourists visit Nike Art Gallery?

The gallery is a destination of interest to Nigerian residents and international visitors interested in Nigerian art and cultural heritage. Confirm visiting arrangements before travelling.

How long does a visit take?

Around one to two hours is a reasonable initial planning estimate. Art enthusiasts and researchers may want longer.

Is Nike Art Gallery open on Sundays?

My Biennale currently lists Sunday hours as 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Treat this as a published listing, not a guarantee, and confirm before travelling.

Can I organise a school or group visit?

Contact the gallery in advance to ask about group access, educational arrangements, available activities and any applicable charges.

Visitor checklist: what to confirm before leaving

The exact address and map pin.
Opening hours for your chosen date.
Current admission arrangements and payment methods.
Group booking requirements, if applicable.
Photography rules and any restrictions.
Accessibility requirements for anyone in your group.
Current traffic conditions and return transport.
Availability and delivery arrangements if you intend to buy artwork.

Is Nike Art Gallery worth visiting?

Nike Art Gallery deserves consideration if you want to explore Nigerian art and cultural heritage while visiting Lagos. Its paintings, sculpture, textile traditions and contemporary creative work make it a useful destination for art enthusiasts, tourists, families and students.

The most important part of planning is to distinguish published information from confirmed arrangements. Check the gallery’s hours, admission policy and access requirements before travelling. Give yourself enough time to explore and ask questions about the artworks.

Editorial note

This article was researched using the gallery’s published history, current destination listings and institutional art records. LagosMove did not conduct an on-site visit for this update. Opening hours, admission charges, current displays and visitor facilities should be confirmed directly with the gallery. Where public listings disagree, the article identifies the uncertainty rather than presenting one listing as a guarantee.

By Sylvia Johnson | Senior Editor, LagosMove
Last researched: 12 November 2026

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