Lagos State unveils Statue in honour of Fela


The Lagos State Government has unveiled a statue – Liberation Statue – in honour of late afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti.

The Liberation Statue has been erected at Allen Avenue round-about, Ikeja.

Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, speaking at the event, described Fela as one who fought for the liberation of his people.

Fela is rooted in the evolution of Lagos State, Ambode said, and the statue is a symbol of his philosophy and a form of respect to him.

Photo Credit: Lagos State Government

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