In a significant development for Nigeria’s cultural landscape, accomplished interior designer Tola Akerele has been appointed as the Director General of the National Theatre. With a distinguished career spanning over two decades, Akerele seamlessly blends her passion for African arts and culture.
Holding a degree in Economics and Politics from Bristol University, she has contributed her expertise to renowned institutions in investment banking, including Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank, and BNP Paribas.
Akerele, a graduate of the Parson School of Design in New York and the KLC School of Design in London, founded iDesign, an Interior Design firm based in Lagos, Nigeria. She’s also the founder of iDESIGN Art, a platform promoting high-quality, affordable art. Her visionary leadership was evident during her tenure as the Secretary-General of the Interior Designers Association of Nigeria (IDAN) from March 2017 to December 2019. She later served as the Vice President from January 2019, contributing significantly to the organization’s growth.
Expressing her excitement on Instagram, Tola Akerele shared, “Thrilled to share that I’ve been appointed as the Director General of the National Theatre! It’s an incredible honor to serve in this role. Grateful to the Minister of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy, and the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Thank you for this opportunity to serve. Excited for the journey ahead!”
As the newly appointed Director General, Tola Akerele is poised to bring her unique blend of artistic vision and strategic leadership to further elevate the National Theatre’s role in promoting Nigerian arts and culture. Her wealth of experience and commitment to the cultural enrichment of the nation make her a noteworthy addition to this esteemed position.
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