Agber Arts & Justice

Agber Arts & Justice This page will serve as a medium for visual art's interpretation and critique. It will also explore the power of art in fostering social justice ⚖️

18/07/2026

I'm proud of my students...
We have upcoming artists here🥰

The Raft of the Medusa (1818 -1819)This painting by Théodore Géricault, a French artist in 1818 - 1819 was inspired by ...
20/06/2026

The Raft of the Medusa (1818 -1819)

This painting by Théodore Géricault, a French artist in 1818 - 1819 was inspired by the real wreck of the French naval ship Méduse in 1816. After the ship sank off the coast of West Africa, 147 people were left on a raft. The painting exposes the evil of poor leadership, neglect, and the abandonment of human lives.

The desperate survivors drifting between hope and death mirror the suffering of many people in Nigeria and across Africa today. Corruption, insecurity, poverty, and bad governance have left countless citizens struggling like the figures on the raft, forgotten by those entrusted with their welfare.

Children are kidnapped from schools, families are displaced by conflict, and many risk dangerous journeys in search of survival. The painting is not merely a historical tragedy; it is a painful reflection of contemporary African realities. It cries out against injustice and challenges leaders to place human dignity above selfish interests.



©️Thaddeus AGBER, SJ

16/06/2026

Today we celebrate Africa Child Day. It is a reminder that the life of every child in Africa matters.

Did you notice how the figures in this drawing (children) gradually fade in the air? This is exactly how many of them di...
12/06/2026

Did you notice how the figures in this drawing (children) gradually fade in the air? This is exactly how many of them disappear (k!lled) in the hands of kidnappers.
May God protect our children 🙏🏽


©️Thaddeus AGBER, SJ

THE CRY OF THE INNOCENT It has been 22 days, and the students and teachers remain in captivity. I created this pencil dr...
06/06/2026

THE CRY OF THE INNOCENT

It has been 22 days, and the students and teachers remain in captivity. I created this pencil drawing to portray the current situation in Nigeria and to express my sympathy for the victims of this tragic and heartbreaking ordeal. This artwork carries three important messages:

1. The Faceless Figures
This is a faceless artwork, meaning that the identities of the individuals cannot be determined. It symbolizes the reality that kidnapping in Nigeria can happen to anyone. In 2014, it was the Chibok girls. Last year, it was a Catholic school in Kwara State. This year, it is a school in Oyo State. This disturbing pattern suggests that no part of the nation is truly immune to the threat of kidnapping. It is a painful reality.

2. The Silence
The trees, bushes, and animals in the drawing are silent. This silence reflects what many perceive as the silence of the government, the police, and the military. While these innocent children remain in captivity, many feel that no meaningful effort has been done to bring them home safely. The silence is deafening.

3. The Road and the Bushes
Twenty years ago, these roads and bushes were primarily paths for cattle. Today, they have become places where our children walk, sleep and, tragically, sometimes disappear. What does the future hold for a nation that fails to prioritize the safety and welfare of its children? How can we speak of national development when our youngest citizens live in fear?

I appeal to all those with the power, authority, and resources to act swiftly and decisively to secure the release of these children and ensure their safety.
I also urge everyone to pray for the victims and their families, and that God may touch the hearts of the kidnappers, leading them to repentance.

Please like and share this post so that the voices of these innocent children can reach a wider audience and inspire urgent action.🙏🏽
PLEASE FOLLOW THIS PAGE IF YOU LIKE ART LIKE THIS✍️🏻

©️Thaddeus AGBER, SJ


SAVE OUR CHILDREN: SAVE OUR NATION Growing up in Nigeria, May 27 was one of the happiest days for every child. Schools c...
27/05/2026

SAVE OUR CHILDREN: SAVE OUR NATION

Growing up in Nigeria, May 27 was one of the happiest days for every child. Schools came alive with laughter, parades, dancing, drama, and songs. Children proudly showcased their talents while parents and teachers smiled with joy. It was a day that truly celebrated innocence, hope, and the beauty of childhood.

But today, can we boldly say our children are safe and happy on this day, May 27? While some celebrate, many children are trapped in fear, kidnapped by bandits, denied education, and robbed of their dreams. The smiles that once defined Children’s Day are gradually fading into pain and uncertainty.

A nation that fails to protect its children is slowly destroying its future. Let us be that hand in this painting that saves, protects, nurtures, and gives life - not the one that destroys innocence and hope.

Friends, do you think children's day still has it's value in Nigeria as it was in the 90s and early 2000s?







©️Thaddeus AGBER, SJ.

25/05/2026

Happy Africa Day🥳🥳❤️
This video and the artwork honours the legacy of the emerging African leaders just after colonialism. The present economic and political state of Africa seems like their efforts were in vain. However, I'm optimistic that Africa will rise again. If we diligently follow the two pieces of advice in the video.
May God bless Africa 🙏🏽

©️Thaddeus AGBER, SJ

23/05/2026

The Rise of Africa
An empty dream or a reality?
Can this be the future of Africa?
Watch out for a full episode on the Africa day, 25 May.

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The Intention Matters MoreOn my last birthday, I received this drawing from a grade 1 student. She knows that I love art...
20/05/2026

The Intention Matters More

On my last birthday, I received this drawing from a grade 1 student. She knows that I love art and she gifted me this amazing portrait 😁
Look carefully and tell me what you see on the portrait. 😊😍



©️Thaddeus AGBER, SJ

17/05/2026

RESILIENCE: Hope for all Children is an artwork that presents the plight of children and their while trying to create a better future.


©️Thaddeus AGBER, SJ

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