From Ijeoma John, Nnewi
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Master Kamnyeyachukwu Tagbo Okeke, the grandson of former Chairman of Police Service Commission, Chief Simon Nsobundu Okeke (ochendo) for making Nigeria proud through painting.
Kamnyeyachukwu Okeke was born with mild Autism spectrum.He made 12,303 sq meters of canvas painting in 4 months to beat the world record of 9,560 sq meters in 7 months.
Kamnyeyachukwu, a fifteen year old boy is a creative artist whose works have been showcased in galleries and museums across Nigeria, America, Asia, Europe and other parts of Africa.
The aim of the project, which was titled “Impossible is a Myth” was to draw attention to the plight of children and adults living with Autism and special needs all over the world and to challenge children towards excellence.
Tinubu on a chat, said Kamnyeyachukwu has made a history, adding that “Nigeria is proud of him”.
He described Kamnyeyachukwu as a brave,audacious and tenacious boy who converted disability to ability.
In the same vein, the former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo facilitated the entire Okeke family,particularly Kamnyeyachukwu for breaking the Guinness world record.
Obasanjo Stated the lesson learned,which said no matter the disability of anybody,we should not exclude the person.
He encouraged parents to identify and develop inner abilities God has given to their children.
“This is what happened in the case of Kamnyeyachukw.At young age, the talent was identified by his parents.He was encouraged, assisted by both Nigeria and Austria.
“What we have gotten today,is a Young boy,who has broken the world record in painting despite his disability.
“We must bear in mind, that no disability makes any human being totally unusable. Disability in one area maybe ability and capability in another area” he added.
He wished the family every commendation and to Kamnyeyachukwu, he said more grease to his elbow.