Outrage as Nnamdi Azikiwe’s iconic sculpture is defaced in Onitsha

By Damiete Braide

The Onitsha Traditional Council has expressed deep sorrow and outrage over the unauthorised painting of the iconic bronze sculpture of Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, created by renowned artist Professor Ben Enwonwu.

The statue, which stands at the DMGS roundabout in Onitsha, Anambra State, was originally intended to remain in its natural bronze state. However, an unknown party recently…