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  • Seun Kuti narrowly escapes death in U.S hotel room

    Seun Kuti narrowly escapes death in U.S hotel room

    Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti has shared his harrowing experience in the United States when a stray bullet pierced through the window of his hotel room.

    He shared the terrifying encounter on his Instagram page, posting a video of the damaged window and bullet hole.

    Seun, who expressed shock, questioned the perception of safety in America.

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    In the video, Seun Kuti said that he was in his hotel room, relaxing, when the bullet suddenly came through the window.

    “I read somewhere that these are the civilised people. Tell me you are in America without telling me you are in America. I am in my hotel room just chilling and boom this happened”, he said.

  • Feminism fuels gender conflicts, says Seun Kuti

    Feminism fuels gender conflicts, says Seun Kuti

    Musician and activist Seun Kuti has voiced his concerns about the practice of feminism in Nigeria, arguing that it is often used to create divisions and escalate gender conflicts rather than drive meaningful social change.

    Speaking during an Instagram livestream, Kuti referenced the ongoing lawsuit between Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and Mrs. Unoma Akpabio, wife of Senate President Godswill Akpabio. 

    The lawsuit stems from allegations of sexual harassment made by Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan against the Senate President.

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    Kuti contended that if feminism were truly effective in Nigeria, women would have rallied in support of Akpoti-Uduaghan rather than staying silent on the issue.

    He said: “When we talk about feminism in Nigeria, I feel like it’s just a means to divide us. Anything that can divide us, we just like to embrace it. We like gender wars in this country, tribal wars and other things that can divide us. Feminism is just an excuse for people to engage in gender wars. If Nigerian women were real feminists, they would come behind this senator woman and call out our senate president”.

  • Fela inspired white women into wearing African attires – Seun Kuti

    Fela inspired white women into wearing African attires – Seun Kuti

    Seun Kuti, son of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti, has revealed how his father’s presence impacted the white women who visited their home.

    During an Instagram live session, Seun shared that Fela would often host white women with Nigerian friends.

    Seun emphasised that Fela remained true to himself and didn’t change to impress the white women.

    Instead, they were transformed by his presence, adopting African hairstyles and traditional shrine regalia.

    Seun attributed this to Fela’s strong sense of identity and love for Africa.

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    “My father had white women in his house. When I grew up, there were like two white women at least living with us. He always had white ones with the black ones.

    “Instead of Fela to wear a suit and tie so that the white women would see him as fine, the women were the ones who started wearing shrine regalia and African hairstyles.

    “Fela never changed because of them but they changed because of him because Fela already knew who he was and his love for Africa,” Seun Kuti shared.

  • Seun Kuti gears up for Lenny Kravitz’s tour

    Seun Kuti gears up for Lenny Kravitz’s tour

    Seun Kuti has announced that he will join global musician Lenny Kravitz as the opening act for six dates of the Blue Electric Light Tour 2025.

    Following their collaboration on Seun’s latest album, ‘Heavier Yet’ (Lays The Crownless Head), the tour will take him across Europe, with performances in France, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Poland, and the Czech Republic.

    “I am deeply honoured to join my brother, Lenny Kravitz as opening act for six dates of Blue Electric Light Tour 2025,” Kuti expressed.

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    Fans are looking forward to an electrifying fusion of Afrobeat and rock at these unforgettable shows.

    Kuti is a musician who took over the leadership of his father, late Fela Anikulapo Kuti’s band Egypt 80 at age 14 after his death in 1997. Kuti’s debut album was Seun Kuti & Fela’s Egypt 80 in 2008. He has also collaborated with Black Thought and The Roots amongst other global acts.

  • Seun Kuti slams cryptocurrency market after sister allegedly loses N50m

    Seun Kuti slams cryptocurrency market after sister allegedly loses N50m

    Musician Seun Kuti has strongly condemned the cryptocurrency market, calling it a “scam” that preys on vulnerable individuals. 

    In a viral video, Kuti shared a personal account of his sister’s significant financial loss in a cryptocurrency investment scheme, revealing that she lost over N50 million.

    Kuti criticised cryptocurrency promoters, labeling them “criminals” who exploit the poor and facilitate wealth transfer to the rich. 

    He described the cryptocurrency system as a “scheme” designed to benefit the wealthy at the expense of the less fortunate.

    “Crypto is a lie. You people are criminals trying to steal from poor people. It’s nothing but a wealth transfer from the poorest to the richest, just like gambling.

    “You all promote it, you push it, but it’s all about wealth transfer. You’re all part of this plan to shift wealth from the poor to the pockets of the rich.

    “There’s no freedom in crypto. More Africans have lost money to this than those who have made a profit from it.

    “You know how much my sister has lost to crypto. I’ve been warning her, but she didn’t listen. I can’t even tell you how much I’ve lost—over ₦50 million. My sister, my own blood sister—this is how many Nigerians have lost millions,” he said.

  • Seun Kuti condemns child battery, says it’s not part of African culture

    Seun Kuti condemns child battery, says it’s not part of African culture

    Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has condemned child battery, stating that it is not part of African culture.

    In a video posted on his Instagram page, Kuti shared his personal experience of how his father, the late Fela Kuti, protected him from corporal punishment in school.

    Kuti recalled how his father would write letters to his school administrators, warning them not to physically discipline him.

    He emphasized that African culture does not condone child battery and noted that the belief that African parents beat their children is a misconception.

    He encouraged parents to adopt alternative disciplinary methods.

    “As a product of the Nigerian educational system, I almost experienced being flogged at school. 

    “That’s the one thing I appreciate my father for. So when I was going to school, my father always gave me a letter on the first day of term. 

    “In primary school, the letter was addressed to my headmistress. In secondary school, it was to my principal. 

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    “The letter always read, “Nobody should touch my child. If he has done anything wrong, report him at home. I will punish him myself.’ 

    “One teacher tried it one day. I didn’t even like that teacher. The speed with which I reported him at home resulted in him facing a lot of trouble after that day. 

    “It’s ‘un-African’ to beat your child. I know that some of us have been indoctrinated to believe that African parents beat their children; no. African people were the ones being beaten; it’s not the other way around.”

  • Don’t involve me in Burna Boy, Speed Darlington’s drama – Seun Kuti

    Don’t involve me in Burna Boy, Speed Darlington’s drama – Seun Kuti

    Afrobeat singer Seun Kuti has publicly distanced himself from the ongoing dispute between Burna Boy and Speed Darlington.

    In an Instagram live session, he stated that he will not be drawn into the controversy.

    Kuti, who received diamond jewelry from Burna Boy, clarified that the gift did not imply that he was Burna Boy’s adviser.

    The singer emphasised his neutrality in the situation, refusing to take sides.

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    Kuti pointed out the irony of Speed Darlington’s accusations against Burna Boy.

    He also highlighted the irony of Speed Darlington’s accusations against Burna Boy, noting that Diddy, the American music executive at the center of the controversy, was instrumental in launching Speed Darlington’s career.

    “Don’t involve me in Burna Boy & Speed Darlington’s case; because I collected a diamond from him doesn’t mean I’m his close adviser. Diddy was even the one who made Speed Darlington popular.

    “He reposted ‘Bangdadang’ which made the song popular. I have done a lot of songs, and Diddy never posted any of them, but he reposted Speed Darlington’s song,” he said.

  • I live for your legacy, Seun pays tribute to Fela Kuti

    I live for your legacy, Seun pays tribute to Fela Kuti

    Afrobeat artist Seun Kuti has paid tribute to his legendary father, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, marking 27 years since his passing.

    On Instagram, Seun reflected on Fela’s enduring influence on their lives since his 1997 death.

    He acknowledged the growth of Fela’s impact through his music, legacy, and mission.

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    Seun expressed his love and loyalty to his father’s legacy, stating that every aspect of his music is a tribute to Fela.

    He confessed missing his father while affirming his commitment to continuing Fela’s work.

    He wrote: “Every year since you passed to the great beyond, your impact on our lives has continued to grow.

    “Every note, every phrase, every dance, every song and every album is to show my love for you. “I miss you! I play my sax for you dad, I live for your legacy and I am loyal to the mission. Love you big man more than words can express.”

  • Seun Kuti celebrates wife’s birthday, fourth wedding anniversary

    Seun Kuti celebrates wife’s birthday, fourth wedding anniversary

    Renowned singer Seun Kuti took to Instagram to shower love and praise on his wife, Chef Yetunde Kuti, as they celebrated two special occasions on Monday, October 14.

    The couple marked Yetunde’s birthday and their fourth wedding anniversary, with Seun sharing heartfelt posts and stunning photos of his partner.

    Seun’s message read: “To a top woman as you move into a chapter of your life, you stand well well like the pillar you are to our love and revolution and you filled with emi aluta make ancestors dey protect you anywhere you dey!! Happy birthday and anniversary, @chefyeidekuti I love you.”

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    Yetunde’s response: ”Happy anniversary to the one who makes this life journey so special! We’ve been through it all baby and I’m so grateful to have you by my side, grateful for every moment. Here’s to more adventures, more love, more laughter, and more life together. Love you, hubby.”

    The couple’s loving exchange has garnered warm wishes from fans and friends, celebrating their enduring love and partnership.

  • Seun Kuti opens up about being snubbed from Davido’s wedding

    Seun Kuti opens up about being snubbed from Davido’s wedding

    Singer Seun Kuti humorously shared his disappointment at not being invited to Davido’s highly anticipated wedding to Chioma, set for June 25, 2024.

    During a recent episode of “Curiosity Made Me Ask” with Bae U Barbie, Kuti joked that he had trouble sleeping for a week after being left off the guest list.

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    He expressed that the snub hurt more due to his long-standing connection with Davido, reminiscing about how Davido and his crew used to frequent his family’s African Shrine, where they often enjoyed free drinks.

    He said: “Davido would come to the African Shrine, he’d drink for free with 100 guys, without paying gate fee, but when it was time for his wedding, I didn’t get IV. I was pained, I didn’t sleep for one week,” he said.