Tag: Fela
Fela’s spirit returns to Lagos through words, music and memory
As the exhibition continues, Fela Talks promises to remain a vibrant space where history meets memory, art meets politics, and…
50 Shades of Fela: Showcasing different sides to the Afrobeat legend in Lagos
Seun Alli, founder of JCAA and curator of the exhibition, said the three-month long exhibition aims to reposition Fela and…
I’m grateful Fela didn’t exist in this era – Burna boy
Highlighting the significance of Fela Kuti's era, Burna Boy expressed gratitude that the afrobeat pioneer existed during a time that…
Top 6 contestants pay tributes to Fela
Last night's episode of the Nigerian Idol took us back to our roots. Contestants channelled their inner Fela as they…
Burna boy says he’s best after Fela, Nigerians react
By Taiwo Okanlawon Nigerian Afropop singer Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy has declared himself as the best…
Fela had no reason to speak against govt – Comedian I GO Dye
In the 21st century, social media has become the court of law where people now go to air their grievances…
Video: Chorus releases ‘Fela’
Fast rising singer Chorus drops his latest single titled 'Fela'.
Video: Fela Would Have Been President – Seun Kuti
Fela's son Seun Kuti says the late legend would have been president if he was still alive. This he revealed…
Nigeria: Femi Kuti, Fela, Daddy Freeze, RCCG and National Development
Fela Anikulapo-Kuti was a huge music success from Nigeria to the world.
Felabration 2018: Festival Theme Announced
“BABA AT 80 : OVERTAKING OVERTAKE “, will be the theme of this year’s FELABRATION.
Ogun govt converts Fela’s family house to museum
Ogun State government in partnership with the federal government is set to immortalise the late Afro-beat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti by…
Fela And The ‘Spirit Of Lagos’
Though the 2017 edition of Felabration has come and gone, its memories linger on. This year’s edition ended with a…
Fela: Time for Posthumous National Award
We are obviously certain that the late Fela Anikulapo Kuti (just like the late Gani Fawehinmi!) if alive today would…
Photos: Omawunmi, Adekunle Gold Perform At Felabration 2017
''The Prophecy'' as this year's Felabration theme to mark Fela's 20th anniversary and to celebrate the life and legacy of…
Ambode to unveil Fela’s statue Sunday
The Lagos State Government has announced plans to honour the late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, as the week-long activities marking…
Felabration 2017 To Hold In Grande Style
Popular annual music concert Felabration, held in memory of late afro-beat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, is set to hold again…
Segun Arinze: Fela Still Relevant 20 Years After Death
Popular Nollywood actor and TV personality, Segun Arinze, known as “Black Arrow’’, says Afro-beat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, is still…
London Afrobeat Collective tours Nigeria for Fela
Funsho Arogundade For fans of the late Afrobeat icon Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, these are exciting times as the spirit of Abami…
Eedris Abdulkareem Back With New Song For Fela
Former member of Remedies, Eedris Abdulkareem, is back. The rapper has just released three new singles. The first of the…
Femi Kuti Set To Divorce Wife
Seven years after separation from his first and legal wife, Funke, Fela’s son, Femi Anikulapo-Kuti, has finally filed a divorce…
Femi Kuti Wins Best Artiste Award
The Afrobeat global flame is still burning hot and days after the rounding off in Nigeria of the globally acclaimed…
Fela! U.S. Cast Thrills In Lagos
FELA!, the hit Broadway musical about the life and music of Nigerian performer and political activist, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, made a…
Fela! On Broadway: Afrika Shrine Wears New Look
As the cast and crew of Fela on Broadway arrive Nigeria tomorrow, the New Afrika Shrine is currently being given…
Fela! Comes Home
As FELA!, the hit Broadway musical comes to Lagos, Nigeria in April, the Anikulapo-Kuti family will be hosting the entire…
FELA! Makes Historic Arrival In Lagos
The countdown has began for the arrival of the performance of FELA!, the hit Broadway musical about the life and…
Fela! Debuts In Nigeria 6 Feb
British Council Nigeria and National Theatre, London, in association with the British Deputy High Commission in Nigeria, have organised a…
African Music Is Romantic
Internationally acclaimed Makossa King, Awilo Logomba, was in Nigeria to honour the late Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. During the visit,…
Felabration Day 2; DJ ZEEZ Kick Starts Musical Show
As the 2010 edition of Felabration enters day two today, the O4Kasibe crooner, DjZeez, will be leading other talented stars…