Friday 28 November 2014

Dora Akunyili's Daughter, Njideka Akunyili Wins International Award

It was earlier reported about the artistic prowess of Njideka Akunyili, the daughter of late Prof Dora Akunyili who has added another feather to her cap with a well deserved accolade...She was announced as the 2014 winner of James Dicke Contemporary Artist Prize by the Smithsonian American Art Museum....


The Enugu-born, American-based artist was selected by an independent panel of jurors who recognized her paintings,according to reports. Akunyili Crosby is the eleventh winner of the $25 000 award, which recognizes an artist younger than 50 who has produced a significant body of work and consistently demonstrates exceptional creativity.

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