A weathered, dark-colored sculpture of a human head and partial torso stands centrally in an outdoor setting within Lokoja, Nigeria

A weathered, dark-colored sculpture of a human head and partial torso stands centrally in an outdoor setting within Lokoja, Nigeria. The sculpture depicts an adult individual with short, textured hair, deep-set eyes, a broad nose, and full lips. The figure's left hand is positioned to support the left side of the face, with fingers resting against the cheek and jaw. The surface of the sculpture shows areas of material erosion or paint chipping, revealing lighter substrate, notably on the forehead and top of the head. It is mounted on a sturdy, dark, cylindrical base. The ground surrounding the sculpture consists of reddish-brown earth with a network of prominent, exposed tree roots traversing the surface. Overhead, green foliage from unseen trees filters the ambient light. In the background, two single-story buildings are visible. The building to the left features a light-colored facade with visible decorative patterns and dark security grilles over its windows. The building to the right, also with a light-colored facade, has a corrugated metal roof, a dark rectangular window opening, and a set of steps leading to an entrance.