President Bola Tinubu will unveil the world’s largest painting portrait on canvas today at Eagles Square, Abuja, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Democracy in Nigeria.
In an interview with Arise News on Wednesday morning, Opeyemi Alaba, the coordinator of the painting, stated that the portrait symbolizes hope for Nigerians and the African continent.
Created by 37 painters representing the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, the painting’s theme remains undisclosed.
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Alaba mentioned that the inspiration for the portrait came from iconic images of former U.S. President Barack Obama and Queen Elizabeth.
Earlier today, President Tinubu delivered the 2024 Democracy Day speech, addressing various national issues. He emphasized his commitment to embedding democracy in the daily lives of Nigerians and encouraged citizens to remain hopeful for a better future.
Additionally, President Tinubu announced that a consensus had been reached on the new minimum wage between the Federal Government and organized labor. An executive bill will soon be presented to the National Assembly to formalize the new minimum wage agreement.
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