Chief Muraina Oyelami: A Voice of Yoruba Tradition and Abstract Expressionism Muraina Oyelami, born February 21st, 1940, in Iragbuji, Nigeria, stands as a pivotal figure in Nigerian art history – specifically recognized for his contribution to the Osogbo School of Art and his distinctive blend of Yoruba storytelling with abstract expressionist techniques. His journey began amidst the burgeoning artistic landscape of postcolonial Nigeria, where he emerged as one of the first generation of artists captivated by Professor Ulli Beier’s visionary initiative to foster creativity within the region.…