I am Valentine Nonso Okoye, from Nnewi, South L.G.A. of Anambra, born and raised in Enugu, Nigeria. I am an alumni of I.M.T. Enugu (Fine and Applied Arts Department) and Seneca College Toronto (Social Services Refugee and Immigration Department).

I am an established artist (painter) and have gained international recognition through my exhibitions. I am the chairman of VNO Services & Logistics and a father to two sons.

I currently reside in Toronto, Canada, and spend some of my time in Enugu, Nigeria.