Village by Tikera

Scrap metal artwork at Village by Tikera

Village by Tikera

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Overview

  • Duration:4 hours 30 minutes
  • Travelers:5 guests
  • Tour Type:Arts and Craft, Daily tour, Group tour, Private tour
  • Language:English
Village by Tikera is Abuja's premier cultural and creative eco-campus, located at Plot 888 Atiku Abubakar Way within the Idu Industrial Area. Founded by creative entrepreneur and photographer Bayo Omoboriowo under Tikera Africa, this beautiful destination is an art lover's delight. It features a unique infrastructure built largely from reclaimed aircraft parts, shipping containers, and train components. The hub officially serves as the home of the Scrap Art Museum and prominently features "Reclaimed Beauty: A Dialogue Between Continents," a groundbreaking solo exhibition by internationally acclaimed metal sculptor Dotun Popoola.

Why You Should Visit

It's a place to experience a mesmerizing blend of fine art, environmental sustainability, and futuristic African architecture that you cannot find anywhere else in the city. Walking through the campus challenges your perception of waste as you witness massive, larger-than-life sculptures valued up to ₦400 million forged entirely from discarded scrap metal and industrial materials. Beyond the art, the venue functions as an incredibly photogenic, "Instagrammable" community oasis where you can connect with local creatives, unwind to good music, and appreciate the immense potential of Africa's creative economy.
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Highlights

  • Reclaimed Beauty Exhibition: A world-class solo exhibition by Dotun Popoola running through September 30, 2026, showcasing 25 monumental sculptures and installations resurrected from scrap metal.
  • Scrap Art Museum: An innovative open-air museum environment that turns discarded industrial components into stunning cultural statements.
  • Eco-Friendly Campus Architecture: Structural spaces uniquely designed using upcycled shipping containers, old train coaches, and aircraft pieces.
  • Creative Documentary Screenings: An educational theater space screening an inspiring documentary that reveals the background story and journey of the metal sculptures.
  • On-Site Refreshments: Lively outdoor social zones currently operating cocktail and barbecue stands for visitors.
  • Future Hub Additions: Ongoing expansions to launch an integrated co-working space, a full-service restaurant, and an artisan cafe.

Includes/Excludes

  • Shared tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours?

The art village and exhibition spaces are open to the public on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Is there an entry fee?

Adults: ₦5,000 per individual (reduced from the original ₦10,000 standard ticket fee).
Children (5 years and below): ₦2,000.
Group Discounts: Group of 3 costs ₦12,000; Group of 10 costs ₦38,000;
Group of 20 costs ₦70,000.

Are outside photography teams allowed?

Photography and making videos of some art pieces are allowed.

What to bring

A camera or a smartphone to capture the highly aesthetic, Instagram-worthy backdrops
A bank card or phone for digital transfers
A Group of Friends
Love for art

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