The event which was partnered by Aliko Dangote's Dangote Foundation had lots of dignitaries which included the richest man in Africa, Aliko Dangote, Alex Amosu

There was also a fashion presentation brought together by Temi Otedola while the evening was wrapped up with a set by internationally recognised and ever pretty DJ Cuppy.

Giles Peppiatt

Bonhams Africa Now sale brought together the best of Africa's contemporary artists and the auction on 6 October boasts works by Peju Alatise (Unconscious Struggle, £30,000-40,000); Ghanaian El Anatsui (Spirits, £90,000-120,000) and the South African artist William Kentridge (Reservoir, £40,000-60,000).