AFCON 2023: "His personality and strength motivates me"- Togolese paint artist Al Bayan euphoria over meeting Victor Osimhen

He never would have thought that the object of his invention would come to him through his talent. Al Bayan, a 24-year-old painter from Togo and member of the Togo Artists organization, uses his love of painting to create amazing pieces centered around football players.

The 24-year-old artist's life will forever change on Sunday, February 4th, when he will finally meet his football idol, Victor Osimhen, the current CAF African Footballer of the Year, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

"His face radiates strength and personality. The fact that he appears to be a driven individual on a mission for his nation and an inspiration to young Africans inspires me as well", Al Bayan said of his drive in his chosen path.

The artist shakes the football player's hand and presents his artwork to the Neapolitan. The attacker was moved by this gesture and took several minutes to study his painting, saying, "It's really beautiful, my brother. I really appreciate it." The Nigerian celebrity declared, "I think I know where I'm going to hang it in my house."

Al Bayan's moment was suspended: "I'm still having trouble realizing." He's really as kind and real as I had envisioned," he said after exchanging pleasantries and words with Osimhen.

The TotalEnergies CAF AFCON Cote d'Ivoire 2023 semi-finalist returned back to his room with this new gift in hand after the two exchange a few photographs.

By Olaleye Oluwadamilola