British supermodel Naomi Campbell is no stranger to Nigeria, but her recent visit to the iconic Fela’s New Afrika Shrine in Lagos left her in awe.
The legendary fashion icon took to Instagram to share her excitement, posting a photo of herself blowing a kiss to a standing portrait of Fela Anikulapo Kuti, the late Afrobeat pioneer.
“Lagos – what a dream. Thank you @yeniakuti & @femiakuti,” she captioned the post, expressing gratitude to Yeni Kuti and Femi Kuti, Fela’s children, for welcoming her and her team to the historic venue.
Femi Kuti established the New Afrika Shrine in Ikeja, Lagos, after the original shrine was demolished. More than just a music venue, it stands as a cultural landmark and a living tribute to Fela Kuti’s legacy. The shrine actively promotes Afrobeat music, political activism, and Pan-African consciousness
The shrine is a sacred ground for Afrobeat lovers, where live performances and social movements continue to thrive.
With her latest visit to the New Afrika Shrine, Naomi Campbell joins a growing list of global figures who recognize and celebrate Fela Kuti’s timeless influence.
The likes of Emmanuel Macron. The French President made history in 2018 as the first sitting European leader to visit the shrine.
Erykah Badu, the Grammy-winning American singer, has visited the shrine and openly expressed her admiration for Fela’s music.
D’Angelo, the American R&B star, paid homage to Fela’s legacy with a visit.
Jidenna, the Nigerian-American artist, embraced his African roots as he visited the shrine.
What’s your take on people visiting The New Afrika Shrine? Leave a comment below
