LSAC (Lagos Sound Artists Collective) (Nigeria) “Perceptions” (2025)

In some parts of the world, thousands of children are exploited in illegal operations, particularly in the extraction of cobalt, gold, and other valuable minerals that are crucial for global industries, including electronics and electric vehicle batteries. However, much of this mining occurs under dangerous and unregulated conditions and mostly involving child labor. Some call it Essential or Unavoidable reality of the global supply chain because they believe that Certain evils should be maintained because eliminating them would challenge the status quo. Are we saying that some communities should keep suffering and impoverished for some other communities to usurp power? Contributing Artists: Ibukun Sunday, Michael Akinyele, Babatunde Goodluck, Esther Essien, Olatunde Obajeun and Tosin Oyebisi. * Lagos Sound Artists Collective (LSAC), is an unconventional movement dedicated to reshaping the landscape of auditory experiences through innovative sound exploration. LSAC is committed to fostering a vibrant community of sound artists from Lagos and beyond, while pushing the boundaries of art performance. Through participatory workshops, immersive installations, and spontaneous sonic happenings, LSAC aims to engage audiences in a multisensory exploration of sound. Some of our recent works and gatherings are: Sonic Flux: an afternoon of experimental sound in collaboration with Art Twenty One gallery Lagos 2023. Ideas Lab: a dynamic studio designed for diverse performances and experimental works. Co-curated for Afropolis Lagos 2024. Echoes and Balance: An immersive experience where sound meets personal well-being in collaboration with J Randle Centre Lagos 2025.