Governor Ambode Hosts 11-Year-Old Artist Who Drew President Macron (Photo)
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode hosted the 11-year-old Nigerian hyper-realist artist, Kareem Waris Olamilekan who drew a Portrait of President Macron in two hours.
Kareem Waris Olamilekan
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The Governor hosted Kareem and his parents, Mr. Mutiu and Mrs. Zainab Kareem at the Lagos House, Alausa, Ikeja.
Governor Akinwunmi Ambode with Kareem Waris Olamilekan and his parents
Also, on the visit with the young hyper-realist artist are his teachers and his Art Instructor, Adeniyi Adewole Wasiu who is the founder of Ayowole Academy of Arts.
Governor Ambode promised to support the education of Waris and also to assist his Instructor in making his Academy better.
Commissioner for Tourism and Culture, Mr. Steve Ayorinde, who spoke with newsmen at the end of the visit said: “You would recall that Waris was one of the star attractions during President Macron’s visit to Afrika Shrine. Before painting the President and presenting the portrait to him, Waris had become a household name thanks to the special story done by a media house.
“So, the Governor has invited him and his parents to come and meet him and because the Governor is interested in his education and if you like the welfare of his parents, His Excellency has promised to assist just like he did to the Footprint of David boys who had a special performance at the State House during the Children’s Day.”
“So, the Governor is interested in his school. We are happy that Waris is a product of a public school and you could see that the Principal of his school is here and she is happy. The Governor has also acknowledged the contribution of Waris’ mentor, Adewole who is here and because he also has an Arts Academy that inspired and produced Waris, His Excellency the Governor thinks that that Arts Academy should flourish and he is going to also support him, his career and what he is doing.”
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