A Nigerian doctor and visual artist, Dr. Fola David, has completed a massive drawing measuring 1,000 square metres.
With this, David surpassed the previous Guinness World Record of 629.98 square metres held by Ravi Soni in India.
David’s six-day record-breaking attempt began on July 16 at the Onikan Stadium in Lagos.
His artwork, titled “Unity in Diversity,” features a map of Nigeria highlighting the country’s diverse tribes through their unique attire, languages, art, and essence.
In a post on Instagram late Sunday, David wrote, “My heart is full of gratitude. Thank you, God. Thank you everyone. Thank you for doing this with me.”
During the course of his attempt, celebrities and dignitaries visited him at the stadium to offer their support and witness his artistic feat firsthand.
Meanwhile, President Bola Tinubu has congratulated David on his recent accomplishment of setting a new GWR for the largest painting by an individual.
In a post on his Instagram story on Sunday, Tinubu wrote, “Congratulations to Dr. Fola David for completing his attempt at making the world’s largest hand-drawing by an individual, ‘Unity in Diversity.’
“It is a remarkable achievement, and we are filled with great pride and admiration for this accomplishment.”
Similarly, the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu also congratulated him on his new feat, highlighting how David worked with the state government during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sanwo-Olu wrote on X.com on Monday, “From the challenging days of the pandemic where he was a #COVID19Hero at our Onikan Isolation Centre to breaking world records at our Onikan Stadium (Mobolaji Johnson Arena), Dr. Fola David has been a beacon of excellence and service.
“Congratulations on creating the world’s largest handdrawing by an individual, ‘Unity in Diversity.’ Lagos is proud!
“We are happy to have supported this record-breaking feat to showcase the extraordinary talents within our state.
“Your dedication and creativity inspire us all. Continue to dream big and do audacious things, Dr. #foladavidart.”
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