BARACK OBAMA PRAISES NIGERIA’S NJIDEKA AKUNYILI AS THEY UNVEILJOINT PORTRAIT.

Former United States President, BARACK OBAMA, has unveiled a new portrait produced in collaboration with Nigerian-born artist, NJIDEKA AKUNYILI, describing the work as a reflection of significant moments from his personal and political journey.

OBAMA announced the unveiling on X, stating that the artwork captures different chapters of his life and will be displayed in the “Hope and Change” lobby of the Obama Presidential Center beginning with this year’s June 10th commemorations.

The portrait is expected to form part of a wider exhibition at the centre highlighting OBAMA’s presidency and legacy.

The display also represents a symbolic addition to the institution ahead of its public programmes marking June 10th a significant event in African American history.