How Leeds reacted to horrific memorial plaque theft is what counts - Emily Zobel Marshall

'Both of these are lasting reminders of a man who came to Leeds for a better life but was brutally persecuted. Both are physical reminders to all of us to step up and do better.'

, by international British Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare CBE RA, which would honour David’s life.

to share plans for the project and we want to hear what local people think. After all, this is a sculpture for the people of Leeds – it tells the story of past traumas and the hope of a brighter, more egalitarian and socially just future. Shonibare’s sculpture will rise above the Leeds skyline and become a unique Leeds landmark. It will be installed, funding permitting, during Leeds 2023 and we want it to be a special peaceful, completive space with regular performance events to draw people together to think about David Oluwale and join campaigns for improving the city.

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