The wife of Nigeria’s President and senator, Oluremi Tinubu, has presented a monetary prize of 25 million naira to Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo Okeke, who holds the Guinness World Record for creating the world’s biggest art canvas.
In November 2024, Kanyeyachukwu, a talented 15-year-old autistic artist, achieved a remarkable feat by setting a new Guinness World Record. They created an enormous artwork measuring 12,304 square meters, which features a vibrant multicolored ribbon—a widely recognized emblem for autism—surrounded by various emojis.
On Monday, when Kanyeyachukwu visited her office, Senator Oluremi Tinubu mentioned that the financial aid was intended to support his talent and should be used for his educational purposes. She praised Kanyeyachukwu for achieving a place in the Guinness World Records despite facing numerous difficulties.
I came across information about the young boy and requested his presence. I would like to express my gratitude to the parents for caring for him. Many highly intelligent children face mental health issues. I understand the various difficulties associated with autism, and I have authored a book aimed at increasing awareness about this condition.
I would like to utilize this platform to convey a message to other parents of children with special needs: concentrate on your children’s abilities and strengths.
These children with specific requirements often focus on one particular interest; therefore, parents ought to assist them in developing their chosen abilities and objectives.
“Thank you for all your hard work in assisting Kanye to secure the Guinness World Record. Since Tuesday is celebrated as Children’s Day, there could not be a more appropriate time than today to acknowledge Kanye,” stated the First Lady.
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, who was present through the representation of the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Mukhtar Yawale Muhammad, praised the First Lady for reaching this significant achievement.
“Kanyeyachukwu’s path serves as proof of the endless opportunities that emerge when enthusiasm aligns with possibility. Even though he has autism, his success stands as an inspiration for many young Nigerians who dream of making their impact in the realms of art and culture,” stated Minister Musawa.
He credited Kanyeyachukwu’s achievements to the initiatives of the First Lady’s Youth Empowerment schemes and the supportive atmosphere conducive for youth development.
Your dedication to uplifting young people in Nigeria stands out uniquely and exceptionally well. The Renewed Hope Initiative, which emphasizes support for women and youth, under the leadership of the First Lady, has spearheaded numerous programs aimed at closing the gap between capability and possibility. This ensures that every latent talent gets recognized and each aspiration becomes attainable.
The First Lady showered Kanyeyachukwu with gifts and a dummy cheque of N25 million, while the Guinness World Record holder presented a painting made by him and his award certificate.
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