Rita Odafe
Zinno Orara
Zinno Orara, a prominent Nigerian contemporary visual artist, has sadly passed away at the age of 60.
His colleague, Gab Awusa, shared the news of his demise on Wednesday via Facebook.
Awusa wrote, “My friend, my brother has gone home to be with the Lord….Rest in peace Zinno Orara.”
Biodun Omolayo, the founder of Omotayo Art Gallery, also expressed his grief on Facebook and remembered the impact Orara had on others during his lifetime.
Omolayo said, “WE LOST A GEM—ZINO Zinno Orara, A Graduate with distinction! A brilliant visual artist! A Philosopher! A Painter of Philosophy!
“A gentleman per excellence! One of the cleanest Artists in Nigeria! A lover of family! A gentle mentor to children & teenagers!
“Zinno Orara thank you for adding colours to the lives of others even when you were going through your own silent pains!
“Young at Art Creative Workshop appreciates you, especially for coming to groom them on our 20th anniversary last year!
“Who would have imagined that your DIALOGUE at the National Museum, Lagos, this year was going to be your last major outing!
“Hmmm, life is so ephemeral! Zino, we love you but the Lord loves you more! Good night, finally, dear brilliant fine artist and friend! May the Lord rest your soul and grant your family the strength to bear your exit!.”
