‘Compare yourself with your peers, not Fela’ – Yeni Kuti tells artistes
Yeni Kuti, media personality and daughter of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has cautioned modern-day artistes against comparing themselves with her late father. She said such comparisons miss the true meaning of legacy and fail to appreciate Fela’s lasting impact on music and culture. Speaking in an interview with Arise TV after the Kuti family received […]
Seun Kuti denies using Wizkid’s name for clout to revive career
Seun Kuti, the Nigerian Afrobeat musician, has denied reports claiming he used Wizkid’s name to gain publicity or revive his career. The son of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti clarified that the rumours are completely false and misleading. In a recent interview, Seun explained that he values his musical legacy and works hard to maintain his […]
Wizkid stole my name – Seun Kuti claims
Afrobeats star and activist Seun Kuti has claimed that popular singer Wizkid took inspiration from his own stage name. Seun made the statement during a recent interview where he spoke about the early days of Nigerian music and how artists influenced one another while building their careers. According to Seun, he had been using his […]
“Afrobeats is a title, not a genre” — Seun Kuti sparks debate in new interview
Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti has set off a new conversation in Nigerian music after his bold statement during an interview on Beat 99.9FM. Seun, the son of the late music legend Fela Kuti, explained that Afrobeat should not be seen as a fixed genre. He believes it is more of a label used to describe […]
President Tinubu’s only achievement is covering up crimes – Seun Kuti claims
Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti has said that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s only major act in office is protecting criminal acts by people in power. According to him, most of the economic decisions that have made life hard for Nigerians were not taken for the country’s benefit but to protect politicians from being exposed and punished. […]
My family has done enough for Nigeria, I will not fight – Made Kuti
Grammy-nominated Afrobeat singer, Made Kuti, has opened up about why he’s not keen on joining the fight for better leadership in Nigeria. In a recent interview, he said his family has already sacrificed so much for the country, yet the results haven’t matched the effort. His great-grandmother, Funmilayo Ransome Kuti, grandfather Fela Kuti, father Femi […]
African Govts Should Ban Kemi Badenoch From Coming To Africa – Seun Kuti Says
Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has sparked a call for African governments to ban Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the UK’s Conservative Party, after her controversial comments about Nigeria. The UK politician allegedly spoke about her upbringing in Nigeria, describing it as overshadowed by fear, insecurity, and widespread corruption. These statements have drawn sharp criticism from […]
Aisha Yesufu Criticizes Seun Kuti after He Calls Her Out for Supporting Women’s Freedom
Aisha Yesufu responded to Seun Kuti on X after he posted a video criticizing her. In his video, Seun criticized Aisha for her efforts to advocate for African women’s freedom, saying African women already have more freedom compared to those in other regions. Replying on X, Aisha wrote: “Seun Kuti @RealSeunKuti wants to use my […]
SamKlef Criticizes Seun Kuti, Calls His Songs Weak
During a recent interview on Isbae U’s podcast, popular musician Seun Kuti made a comment about music producer Samklef that has stirred some controversy. When asked about Samklef, Kuti simply stated that he didn’t know who he was. This remark did not sit well with Samklef, who took to his Instagram account to respond. The […]
Seun Kuti Accuses MKO Abiola of Framing Fela Kuti for Armed Robbery
A grave charge has been levied against the late politician MKO Abiola and his spouse, Simbiat, by Seun Kuti, the son of the renowned singer Fela Anikulapo Kuti. During the military rule of Muhammadu Buhari, Seun said in an Instagram live video that Abiola and his wife had unjustly accused his father of armed robbery. […]