Kunle anikulapo kuti

Omorinmade Anikulapo-Kuti (born 26 September 1995) professionally known as Made Kuti is a Nigerian afrobeat singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He is the son of the legendary Femi Kuti, and the great sage and father of afrobeat, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. His debut album For(e)ward was released in 2021.ContentsEarly Life and EducationCareerPersonal LifeAdvocacyDiscographyAlbumsSinglesAwards and NominationsMade Kuti’s Net WorthSocial Media HandlesJOIN NB ON SOCIAL MEDIAMade Kuti BiographyFull NameOmorinmade Anikulapo-KutiStage NameMade KutiDate of BirthSeptember 26, 1995NationalityNigerianPlace of BirthLagos State, NigeriaState of OriginLagos State, NigeriaAlma MaterTrinity Laban ConservatoireOccupation(s)Afrobeat, singer, Songwriter, InstrumentalistGenreAfrobeatParentsFemi Kuti (Father), Funke Kuti (Mother)RelativesFunmilayo Kuti (Great-Grandmother), Fela Kuti (Grandfather), Seun Kuti (Uncle), Yeni Kuti (Aunt)Instrument(s)Trumpet, Alto, Sax, Piano, DrumsNet Worth$2 millionSocial Media HandlesInstagram: madekuti Twitter: @madeakuti Early Life and EducationMade Kuti was born on September 26, 1995, to Femi and Funke Kuti in Lagos State, Nigeria, and was also raised in the New Afrika Shrine. He began playing the trumpet at the age of three and went on to learn how to play the alto, sax, piano, and drums throughout his childhood. He attended CTC primary school and Beehive school for his primary and secondary school education before proceeding to Fela Kuti’s alma mater, Trinity Laban Conservatoire, in London.CareerMade Kuti began his musical career with his father’s band, Positive Force. He began his musical career as a young child by playing bass and saxophone in the ensemble. At the age of 8, he began travelling with the group. In October 2020, he released his first song, “Free Your Mind.”His solo first album, For(e)ward, as well as a double album with his father, Femi Kuti, titled Legacy+, were both released. Sodi Marciszewer, a former collaborator of Fela Kuti, produced the album, which was distributed by Partisan Records. The album’s opening 10 tracks, Stop the Hate by Femi Kuti, is followed by its final 8 tracks,

Collage by Dami Mojid / THE REPUBLIC. Source Reference 1: RANSOME-KUTI FAMILY ARCHIVE / BBC. Reference 2: Promo stills for ‘Funmilayo Ransome Kuti’ movie, 2024. IMDB / INSTAGRAM. the ministry of ARTS / FILM DEPT. A Tussle Between Fact and Fiction Yinka Adetu August 11, 2024 While Bolanle Austen-Peters’ biopic on Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti takes a bold leap in Nollywood’s approach to biographical storytelling, the creative liberty of the director overclouds the distinction between fact and fiction. Collage by Dami Mojid / THE REPUBLIC. Source Reference 1: RANSOME-KUTI FAMILY ARCHIVE / BBC. Reference 2: Promo stills for ‘Funmilayo Ransome Kuti’ movie, 2024. IMDB / INSTAGRAM. the ministry of ARTS / FILM DEPT. A Tussle Between Fact and Fiction Yinka Adetu August 11, 2024 While Bolanle Austen-Peters’ biopic on Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti takes a bold leap in Nollywood’s approach to biographical storytelling, the creative liberty of the director overclouds the distinction between fact and fiction. History has long been an underexplored territory in Nollywood, but recent films have endeavoured to recreate and interpret the past through contemporary storytelling. Hijack ‘93 (2023) is considered a turning point, as Tobilola Akanni describes it in The Nollywood Reporter as ‘the first of a retelling and the retelling of the first’ due to its pioneering effort in portraying an actual historical and national event. Prior to this, retellings of historical events from Nigeria’s colonial and postcolonial periods were limited. Films such as October 1 (Kunle Afolayan, 2014), ‘76 (Izu Ojukwu, 2016), and 93 Days (Steve Gukas, 2016) focus on personal lives intertwined with historical events, including specific occurrences like the 2014 Ebola outbreak in Lagos. However, these films didn’t explore key national events like Charles Opaleke’s Hijack ‘93. Other historical films include biopics such as The Herbert Macaulay Affair (Imoh Umoren, 2019) and adaptations like Biyi Bandele’s Half of a Yellow Sun (2013), which is inspired by historical fiction. While Nollywood historical movies draw from past events, they are shaped by the director’s vision, the scriptwriter’s interpretation, and the performance of the actors, which may not always align with historical records. Despite this, Nollywood has faced criticism

On a moving and inspiring journey of faith, courage, and empowerment.War: Wrath and Revenge (2023)Enter the cutthroat world of Nigerian politics with ‘War: Wrath and Revenge,’ a riveting drama that reveals the murky world of power, ambition, and treachery. Set in a fictional Nigerian state during election season, this exciting story chronicles the cutthroat machinations of governor candidates battling for control. With its nail-biting suspense and intricate storyline twists, ‘War: Wrath and Revenge’ is a must-see for aficionados of political dramas.Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre (2024)Prepare to be mesmerized by ‘Anikulapo: Rise of the Spectre,’ a spellbinding saga of love, power, and the supernatural. Directed by the visionary Kunle Afolayan, this Netflix mini-series serves as a captivating sequel to the acclaimed Anikulapo drama of 2022. Set in a world where ancient mysticism collides with modernity, the story follows the enigmatic Saro, a man bestowed with the power to resurrect the dead. As he grapples with newfound influence and dark forces converge, viewers are drawn into a mesmerising tale of intrigue and mystique.One Too Many (2022)In a world plagued by injustice, ‘One Too Many’ shines a searing spotlight on the harsh realities faced by victims of police brutality. Directed with raw emotional intensity by Kayode Kasum, this gripping film follows the harrowing journey of a mother and son as they confront the brutal realities of a flawed justice system. As they navigate a labyrinth of corruption and oppression, viewers are confronted with profound questions about the nature of justice and the

For misrepresenting history and inaccurately dramatizing facts. THE INTERPRETATION OF HISTORY IN NOLLYWOOD Numerous Nollywood historical films have faced criticism for their inaccurate representation of history, prioritizing storytelling conventions over factual accuracy or creative interpretation. As culture writer, Christina Ngene notes, while the accuracy of Nollywood’s depiction of historical events varies from film to film, the industry often favours traditional storytelling patterns over a commitment to historical truth or innovative interpretation. This raises complex questions about authenticity in representing history and the extent to which a director’s creative liberties can compromise historical facts. This issue is particularly pertinent in examining Bolanle Austen-Peters’ 2024 biopic, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti. The biopic offers a compelling case study for exploring the tensions between artistic license and historical fidelity. Adding to the collection of Nollywood biopics such as Efunsetan Aniwura (Tunde Kelani, 2005), Ayinla (Tunde Kelani, 2021) and Amina (Izu Ojukwu, 2024) is Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, a biopic that masterfully narrates the story of political activist and mother of Afrobeat musician, Fela Anikulapo Kuti’s mother, highlighting her struggles and achievements that captivated the public during her lifetime. The film starts off with the 1977 controversy where Ransome-Kuti was thrown from a two-story building at her son’s compound (Kalakuta Republic) by government forces seeking to silence Fela’s activism through music. It further employs flashback to narrate Ransome-Kuti’s life-story from being a girl-child to becoming a wife and mother. Essentially focusing on her pivotal political activism, the biopic showcases Ransome-Kuti’s pivotal role in the Egba Women Tax Revolt of 1946, a renowned protest against colonial taxation of market women in Abeokuta (present day Ogun State in Nigeria). Drawing from these historical contexts, this epic biopic succeeds in celebrating Ransome-Kuti’s iconic figure. It provides a cinematically rich film that has achieved significant impact and public acclaim, generating impressive returns. With a gross of over ₦157 million, this biopic has achieved immense success, winning numerous awards, including Best Overall Feature Film and Best Screenplay at AFRIFF 2023 and Best Writing at AMVCA 2024. What sets it apart is its excellence in multiple aspects, including acting, directing, historical accuracy, screenplay, cinematography, editing,

1938Olufela Olusegun Oludoton Ransome-Kuti - Fela - is born on 15 October in Abeokuta, a town fifty miles north of Lagos.1946Fela begins learning the piano, encouraged by his father, who believes studying music is an essential part of a good education.1954On a visit to Lagos, Fela meets Jimo Kombi Braimah, known to everyone as JK, who will become his life-long friend and confidant.1955Fela’s father, Reverend Israel Ransome-Kuti, dies.1958Fela leaves Abeokuta for London. His parents had hoped he would study to become a doctor but Fela is determined to continue with music.1959Fela forms his first group, Fela Ransome-Kuti and His Highlife Rakers. The band record four sides for Melodisc, one of Britain’s first independent African and Caribbean music labels.1960Fela disbands the Highlife Rakers and forms Koola Lobitos, which has a line-up of West African and Caribbean musicians. 1961Fela marries Remi. His first daughter, Yeni, is born.1962Fela graduates from Trinity College of Music. His first son, Femi, is born.1963Fela forms the first edition of the Fela Ransome-Kuti Quintet.1964NBC hires Fela as a junior producer. Drummer Tony Allen joins his band.1965Fela is fired from NBC. He forms a second edition of Koola Lobitos.1966Koola Lobitos becomes a popular presence on the Lagos music scene.1967Trumpeter Tunde Williams (later a key member of Afrika 70) joins Koola Lobitos. 1968Fela’s first album, a compilation of Koola Lobitos singles, is released.1969Fela and Koola Lobitos record a live album at the Afro-Spot and begin a 10-month tour in the US.1970Fela and Nigeria 70 record ten tracks in Los Angeles, later released in Nigeria as Fela Fela Fela.1971Fela changes his band’s name from Nigeria 70 to Africa 70.1972Fela renames the Afro-Spot the Africa Shrine and brings it back to life. 1973Fela and Africa 70 release Gentleman, the first fully formed Afrobeat album.1974Fela is wrongfully jailed for three days giving him material for future albums, Alagbon Close and Expensive Shit.1975Fela changes his last name from Ransome-Kuti to Anikulapo-Kuti (“one who carries death in his pouch”).1976Fela increases his involvement with the direct-action political movement the Young African Pioneers.1977In an unprecedentedly brutal assault, 1,000 soldiers batter their way into Kalakuta and raze it to the ground. 1978Fela marries 27 women in a traditional Yoruba wedding ceremony in Lagos.1979Fela and his political party Movement Of The People are banned from contesting Nigeria’s presidential election.1980Fela resumes touring in Nigeria and is joined by US jazz-funk star Roy Ayers.1981Fela renames Afrika 70 as Egypt 80 and tours Europe.1982With no international record deal and an economic recession gripping Nigeria, this is a difficult year for Fela.1983Fela’s son Seun is born. Fela makes his first appearance at Britain’s Glastonbury.1984Fela is arrested and has to cancel an upcoming tour.1985Fela is named a Prisoner of Conscience by Amnesty International.1986Fela is freed from jail. He announces that he will run for president. 1987A series of events are held in Lagos to commemorate the 1977 attack on Kalakuta.1988Fela and Egypt 80 spend most of the year performing at the Shrine.1989Fela and Egypt 80 resume international touring, including two shows in New York

In his book The Creation of Nigerian Film Genres, Jonathan Hayes referred to the epic as cultural or traditional epic, stating that “this genre is distinct for its creative approach in representing the past through specific landscapes and period props and costumes”.The wave of epic films was marked in the ‘70s and ‘90s with titles such as Andy Amenechi’s Igodo and Herbert Ogunde’s 1978’s celluloid film, Aiye. Up until the recent boom, epic films have shown up in Nollywood on a smaller scale with films like Murphy Afolabi’s Àwòdì, Funke Akindele’s Apáàdì (2009) and the Igbo film, Akaeze (2018). The resurgence of the genre on a mainstream level happened when Femi Adebayo's Euphoria360 Media, alongside Niyi Akinmolayan's Anthill Studios, released King of Thieves in April 2022. The film was hotly promoted via word of mouth and raked in N320.8 million. Its success served as the whistle that prompted the current heavy focus of historical stories.There has been a release of at least one epic film at the start of the second quarter of every year since then. On the streaming side of things, Kunle Afolayan’s Anikulapo held the forte for epic storytelling. The Netflix Original, which was released in September 2022, explores the wild passion between a traveler and the wife of the King of Oyo Île. Set in the backdrop of the old Oyo kingdom, the period was brought to fore through specific visual storytelling elements such as the language, props, costumes and other elements of the story itself