Uka’s work draws heavy inspiration from his childhood memories of Nigeria in the 1970 and 1980s. His works often capture moments of quiet interaction or individuals looking directly at the viewer, creating a bridge between the present and past.

Solo presentations featuring in Artist-to-Artist include Appau Jnr Boakye-Yidom chosen by Glenn Ligon (Champ Lacombe, Biarritz), Rob Davis chosen by Rashid Johnson (Broadway, New York), Nengi Omuku chosen by Yinka Shonibare (Pippy Houldsworth Gallery, London and Kasmin, New York), Massinissa Selmani chosen by Zineb Sedira (Selma Feriani Gallery, Tunis) and Magda Stawarska chosen by Lubaina Himid (Yamamoto Keiko Rochaix, London).