Chigozie Obi is one of those artists whose journey reminds you that consistency still matters, even in a world obsessed with speed and spectacle. Her work doesn’t scream for attention; it earns it.

A Nigerian visual artist working primarily with mixed media, Chigozie’s practice is rooted in storytelling. Much of her work explores identity, the body, emotion, and how Black women are seen, remembered, and allowed to exist, both privately and in public. There’s a quiet honesty in how she approaches these themes, one that feels deliberate rather than performative.

Over the years, her work has travelled beyond Lagos, finding space in exhibitions across Dubai, Los Angeles, Lagos and Italy, placing her voice within broader global conversations while staying grounded in lived experience. That balance, local grounding with international relevance, has become a defining part of her trajectory.

Recognition followed, including winning the Access Bank ART X Prize, a major milestone that expanded her visibility and affirmed the strength of her practice. But what stands out isn’t just the awards or exhibitions, it’s how she continues to show up for the work itself.

Most recently, Chigozie created a study sketch of Naomi Osaka’s 2026 Australian Open outfit, a behind-the-scenes piece that caught global attention after being shared by the official ESPN Women accounts on X and Instagram. It was one of those moments that quietly signalled how her work now exists at the intersection of art, culture, fashion, and sport, without losing its depth or intention.

What makes Chigozie Obi a Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop feature isn’t a single viral moment. It’s the steady build. The refusal to rush. The commitment to process, curiosity, and craft, even when the spotlight isn’t guaranteed.

She keeps building, and the work keeps meeting her there.

Can’t stop. Won’t stop.

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