Femi Kuti reveals why his late father, the legendary Fela Kuti hated former president of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo.
“Olusegun Obasanjo was a bad leader. He did not do well for Nigeria. He ruled this country three times but has nothing to show for it. They called the soldiers that burnt Kalakuta Republic and killed my grandmother unknown soldiers. The Federal Government is yet to apologise for their action against the Kuti family. Whether they like it or not, Fela was one of the biggest stars from Africa. As the days go by, people are beginning to understand the importance of his music. The Lagos State Government is
building a museum in his honour. The family does not have that kind of money to build a museum. It is not the governor’s money but the state government money. But the governor took the decision on behalf of the people.”
building a museum in his honour. The family does not have that kind of money to build a museum. It is not the governor’s money but the state government money. But the governor took the decision on behalf of the people.”
The son of the afro beat originator continued, “Many people are playing afrobeat style of music today because Fela invented it. Some people are saying he did not start it. But the question is; ‘Who started it and stood firm using the music creatively?’ Fela stood for many great things and his contribution to the society cannot be pushed aside.”
Olusegun Obasanjo is yet to respond to these comments made by Femi Kuti.
