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“The One And Only Abami Eda” – Family Pays Tribute To Fela Kuti 25-years After Demise
The Kuti family are celebrating the 25th death anniversary of late Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Remembering their late father, who died on August 2, 1997, Femi and Seun Anikulapo-Kuti, also musicians, paid tribute to the legendary singer. Hailing Fela as the soul of Afrobeat, Femi noted that he missed his father, even after 25 years […]
The Kuti family are celebrating the 25th death anniversary of late Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti.
Remembering their late father, who died on August 2, 1997, Femi and Seun Anikulapo-Kuti, also musicians, paid tribute to the legendary singer.
Hailing Fela as the soul of Afrobeat, Femi noted that he missed his father, even after 25 years of the icon’s demise.
Sharing a post in the early hours of Tuesday, Femi Anikulapo-Kuti said, “25 years on, still in our hearts. I miss you more and more. The one and only Abami Eda #FELA. The soul of #Afrobeat.”
On his part, Seun Kuti said, “25 years ago, you transitioned. Words can’t begin to express how much more alive you have become in spirit, as we continue to strive for the Africa you fought for. We continue to ask that you allow your light to guide our path. Ase!!”
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