From The Primeval Forest

Uli linear fluidity and folklore have contributed to the influence and richness of Okeke’s drawing analyzed above as he continues to use his art to respond to the ideology of synthesis with artistic expression that derived from Negritude. Uli mural painting which shows that space, line and spontaneity seem to be the pillars on which the whole tradition rests are also evident in Okeke’s paintings. Most of his symbolic mythic and folkloric oil paintings reveal the use of a rich repertoire derived from lgbo indigenous mural painting. 

This is evident in his use of geometric and organic motifs and symbols, which attest to his affinity and penchant for indigenous forms. His oil painting such as Primeval Forest view that some of Okeke’s works leave one in solemn or reverential wonder at things of the far beyond or the other world. The painting have two qualities of uli murals which include the use of space and economy of design. The later shows that uli can be felt without the use of specific uli motifs and symbols because of compositional style and the use of lines in a manner to the way they were used in uli murals.