SAMSON K. OSEIDU

Oseidu Samson Kingsley, commonly known as Samson K. Oseidu, is a Nigerian visual artist based in Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo State, located in Southwestern Nigeria. He is a self-taught artist who uses charcoal and acrylic to engage in storytelling through art, focusing on themes of human strength, emotion, cultural identity, and environmental concerns. Influenced by his mentor, O. Yemi Tubi, Samson K. Oseidu blends realism and symbolism to bring visual narratives to life. His notable works include Life is a Journey, The Distinguished Elder, Call of the Wild, The Political Speech, The Cost of Choice, and many more—each rich in emotion, expression, and meaning. In July 2025, Samson K. Oseidu earned international recognition in Romania, where he won the Grand Prize for his charcoal work The African Grandma and Third Prize for his acrylic painting The Joy Of Victory. In June 2026, Samson K. Oseidu became the overall Winner in the Young People's Art Competition, gaining wider recognition with his art piece “The Edge of Knowing” His art piece “African Grandma” was published in Yorkshire Times, United Kingdom, 8th November. His art piece “Cost of Choice” was also published in Telegraph and Argus Newspaper UK, 27th September. With close attention to detail, texture, and emotion, Samson K. Oseidu work aims to spark thought, connection, and appreciation for the human journey.