50 years on, Fela’s legendary ‘Zombie’ album still resonates in Nigeria

In 1976, Fela Kuti's song "Zombie" became a powerful protest against Nigeria's military rule. The military had been in power ...
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‘Fela & The Kalakuta Queens’ heralds rebirth of National Theatre

The Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts (formerly National Arts Theatre) in Iganmu, Lagos, roared back to life on Monday, October 1, 2025, following years of renovation, with a dazzling ...
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Fela Kuti’s Grammy lifetime achievement award is a major win for African music

LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) — Fela Kuti became the first African to be awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Recording Academy at the Grammys Special Merit Awards. He was honored posthumously on ...
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Wizkid vs Fela Kuti: Top 5 songs by Afrobeat pioneer that fought against the government

Seun Kuti and Wizkid’s online feud revived discussions around Fela Anikulapo-Kuti’s enduring influence and legacy The controversy drew renewed attention to Fela’s music as a powerful tool for ...