By Ed Malik, A | ed@ddnewsonline.com | posted 7th July, 2025
There appears to be an intersection of art in every facet of human endeavour, as the prestigious law firm of Babalakin & Co. hosted its first-ever Art Exhibition and Prize Giving Ceremony on July 1, 2025, at its corporate office in Lagos. The event marked a significant moment in the firm’s 37th anniversary celebrations, symbolizing a blend of legal tradition, creativity, and a bold step toward cultural investment as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy.
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This pioneering initiative reaffirms Babalakin & Co.’s unwavering commitment to impact, innovation, and community development, further enriching its legacy with a dynamic vision for the future. The Art Competition, which was open to emerging talents nationwide, sought to spotlight the depth and diversity of creative expression across the mediums of painting, drawing, and sculpture.
More than 250 submissions were received from aspiring artists across Nigeria, reflecting widespread enthusiasm and engagement. A distinguished panel of judge, comprising respected economist Mr. Dotun Sulaiman, arts connoisseur Sehinde Odunayo, and celebrated sculptor Dapo Mundasiru, curated the exhibition and selected winners in various categories after a thorough and thoughtful review of the entries.
The event drew a remarkable audience, bringing together legal luminaries, cultural figures, art enthusiasts, corporate leaders, and members of the diplomatic and creative communities.
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A partial roll call of dignitaries and stakeholders in attendance included:
Dr. Wale Babalakin, SAN, Founding Partner, Babalakin & Co.
Chief Demola Folarin; Principal Partner, Babalakin & Co
Mr. Kayode Odukoya; Mr. Chris Okeke;Managing Partner, Babalakin & Co
Wale Akoni, SAN and Mrs. Akoni,
Mrs. Fagbemi; Principal Partner, Babalakin & Co. and Tunde Fagbemi.
Prof. Ayo Adaralegbe, SAN;
Ndidi Okpaluba
Amb.Dennis Ojeomu Ifidan;
Chief Demola Folarin;
Chief Kola Akinbami.
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PANEL OF JUDGES:
Mr. Dotun Sulaiman;
Sehinde Odunayo;
Dapo Mundasiru.
Representatives from the National Gallery of Art (NGA)
Members of the Young Lawyers’ Forum, art patrons, and students of fine arts from various tertiary institutions.
EXHIBITORS & AWARD WINNERS:
Anyaneto Chinyere.
First place winner, Aregbede Ojo Olaropo
Abdiquadr Ojelade
Third place winner, Ifunanya
As part of the exhibition, winning artists were awarded cash prizes, mentorship opportunities, and a platform for future exhibitions, affirming the firm’s belief in nurturing talent as a sustainable pathway to national development.
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The event closed with a resounding call to support initiatives that bridge law, culture, and social advancement, establishing Babalakin & Co. as a trailblazer in combining professional excellence with purposeful social impact.