Hammed Abolaji Oba

Hammed Abolaji Oba is a Lagos-based social-realist painter and graduate of Yaba College of Technology whose practice combines bold palette knife technique with rich textural depth. Working primarily with acrylic on canvas, he incorporates gold paint as a deliberate gesture of elevation, honouring his subjects while weaving technical realism with traditional African motif. His work addresses themes of economic disparity, religious influence, and resilience, driven by a commitment to equity and the collective striving of society.