Chancellor Ahaghotu’s journey to becoming a rising star in the art world is one of resilience, passion, and unwavering determination. Born and raised in Nigeria, Chancellor loved drawing caricatures and sketches as a child. However, with limited art opportunities in his community, his talents went largely unsupported. Instead, he was steered toward science classes—an academic path that felt alien and unfulfilling to him. Struggling academically, he faced repeated failures, deepening his feelings of despair and plunging him into depression.

After graduating from secondary school, a pivotal encounter changed his life’s trajectory. Chancellor’s father introduced him to a professional artist, the CEO of 6th Finger Creation. Eager to pursue his passion for painting despite having no prior experience, Chancellor sought the artist’s guidance. He was advised to first hone his drawing skills to build a foundation in understanding values. With limited resources, he crafted his first portrait—a striking charcoal drawing of his aunt—using raw charcoal from their outdoor kitchen and a 2B pencil. Unfortunately, the lessons were cut short following the passing of his mentor’s father, but the spark of artistic potential had already ignited.