19-yr-old Nigerian medical student, Emediong Udnak Udo recently became the youngest artist in the world and first African, to ever have her work grace the walls of the Cyprus Museum (Owned by Forbes-listed billionaire business Dr. Suat Günsel) !
Emediong Uduak Uko, who’s currently studying in the Near East University of Cyprus said she dedicated the paint to the legendary Nigerian musician, Lagbaja and in an instagram post, she shared on “I’m pleased to announce to the general public that my artwork is now a part of the vast collection of the Cyprus Modern Art Museum! This is the largest museum in the Mediterranean region. My work is now in the possession of the owner of my university- Forbes listed Cypriot Businessman, Suat Günsel.”
This is a giant step for African Art in Europe and we’re so proud and #InspiredbyHer!