Autistic Teen artist to attempt to paint largest art canvass

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Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke of JC-Best international schools, Abuja who has autism will on Monday begin his quest to enter the Guinness World Record with the largest Canvas (art painting)

This was disclosed at a press conference in Abuja on Friday by a board member of Zeebah Foundation, Matlou Tsotetsi.

He announced that Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke’s quest to paint the largest art Canvas in world history will begin from Monday 9th December 2024.

“Young Kanyeyachukwu is set to embark on a historic Guinness World Record attempt camting on this canvas. This groundbreaking initiative is designed to create heightened awareness for people living with special needs, emphasising their extraordinary talents and contributions to society. Through his bold and inspirational pursuit,

“Kanyeyachukwu demonstrates that individuals with special needs have the potential to excel and redefine societal perceptions of ability,” he said.

Speaking further, she said, ” On the 21st of November 2024, Kanyeyachukwu launched the world’s Largest Art Canvass measuring 12,303 sq. This was a groundbreaking moment in the world of art, for people on the autism spectrum and those in need of special care all over the world.”

She also noted that Kanye and his team has been preparing for this great feat.

The last ten days Kanye, his team and support base, have been painstakingly preparing and socking the canvas to his school JC Best school international, where in batches measuring 5 by 20 meters, Kanye will fill each corner of the canvass with his own expression, with his own beauty and his own creativity. The entire process of painting this canvas will be recorded live on cameras that will be installed in this building ensuring that the world would not miss out on any bit of this entire project,” she informed.

In addition, she said, ” Through this project, Kanyeyachukwu intends to give back to the autism community in Nigeria by raising funds, for the building of The Zeebah Foundation’s state-of-the-art Autism Resource center in Abuja, Nigeria.”

The Zeebah foundation of which Kanye is a pioneer student is a Non Profit Organization (NGO), that has been at the forefront of providing specialised care, education, and therapy for children living with autism in Abuja.

“This record-breaking attempt will shine a global spotlight on the need to create opportunities for individuals with special needs to thrive, reminding society of the importance of support, encouragement, and acceptance.”

She appreciated all their partners, “We are especially and extremely grateful to the Nigerian Armed forces, and all our other partners.”