Talented physically challenged Bose Okeowo draws a portrait of VP Osinbajo

Written by Abimbola Olaniyan, OVP Media

 

Bose Okeowo is a talented artist that found ability in her disability.

 





She hails from Otun Ekiti, Mobaland.

 

When she was a baby, she fell ill and that illness resulted in her being handicapped.

 

She says she enjoys drawing dignitaries, especially those she knows can help her reach greater heights.

 

She started drawing when she realized there was nothing else she could do except to use her God-given talent which is drawing.

 

She was never taught how to draw, says it is “passion and talent”. With the help of God she developed her talent in drawing to the stage where she presently is.

 

She finds joy in being artistic.

 

Bose says if she has the opportunity to further improve on her drawing skills, she is certain she will improve some more.

 

Bose advised other Nigerians with her type of disability not to give up hope and that there is a reason for everything. God gave everyone a talent to distinguish them from others.

 

Bose’s dad, Mr. Okeowo Oladeji says Bose indeed went to Nursery school for 1 year and half. She got promoted to Primary 1 and could only spend one-term there before her ailment caused her to remain at home.

 

Oba Adekunle Adeagbo, the Oore of Otun Ekiti says he is glad Bose is from Otun Ekiti. She has made Moba land popular.

 

Bose dreams to have her own establishment where she can teach others how to draw and also help those who are physically challenged, to give them hope and empower them.

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