Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated Dr. Fola David for upon the completion of his attempt to break the Guiness World Record for drawing the largest hand-drawing by an individual.

His massive artwork, spanning an impressive 850 square metres, has surpassed the previous record of 629.98 square metres held by Ravi Soni from India.

Taking to his X to celebrate the doctor cum artist, the governor wrote, “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 hand-drawing 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.”