Uzo Njoku is a Nigerian-born visual artist known for colourful paintings featuring melanin figures and intricate patterns. Her work examines identity through bold palettes and expressive forms. She has built an international reputation grounded in vibrant storytelling through paint.
She is being honoured for her first solo exhibition in Nigeria titled The Owambe Exhibition. The show explored Nigerian identity and marked a significant moment in her return to the cultural roots that influence her practice.