Ibrahim Mahama the Artist has gained recognition all over the world for his distinctive works of art, which not only promote Ghana but also have historical value. He creates his works from recycled materials such sacks and old sewing machines.
The artist came to light in 2021 as the person who acquired several of Ghana’s vintage aircraft in order to establish a museum and community center in Jenakpeng in the Northern Region.
He purchased these planes with the revenues of $1 million in sales, and they are now used as a resource for students studying engineering, among other subjects, in addition to being a tourist attraction.
In his latest move, the artist, Ibrahim Mahama has acquired some of Ghana’s very old trains from some parts of the country and transported them to the North as part of his collection at the Red Clay Studios.
Revealing this in a tweet, he said;
“Taking history up north to build new histories. From Gold Coast Railways to Ghana Railways and beyond. Trains crossing River Pra at Beposo Western Region of Ghana”.