Ilelabayo Akintola

Akintola Samuel is a contemporary Nigerian artist born on November 1, 1999, with roots in Iree, Osun State, and currently based in Lagos, Nigeria. His artistic journey is deeply connected to identity, culture, spirituality, and human emotion. Through symbolic storytelling, bold compositions, and layered visual narratives, Samuel creates works that speak beyond aesthetics, inviting viewers into experiences of memory, survival, reflection, and transformation. His paintings often combine traditional African elements with contemporary expression, allowing his work to bridge heritage and modern thought in a powerful and recognizable voice.

Driven by a desire to create art that leaves emotional and psychological impact, Akintola Samuel approaches each piece as both a visual statement and a living conversation. His works are designed not only to be seen, but to be felt—capturing moments of strength, vulnerability, beauty, and inner conflict. As an emerging artist building a growing international presence, he is committed to presenting African narratives with depth, dignity, and originality. Through exhibitions, collaborations, and collector engagement, Samuel continues to shape a body of work that reflects both personal truth and univers...

Higher National diploma.

I exhibit with (SNA) society of Nigeria artist, Lagos zone