New Afrika shrine
Social gathering has been hampered these days and one of the places affected is Fela Anikulapo Kuti’s New Afrika shrine. The shrine is situated in the busy city of Lagos which has been the most hit cities by coronavirus in Nigeria. Femi Kuti, son of the legendary Afro beat creator, Fela Kuti has since confirmed the closure of the Lagos nightlife pub.
New Afrika Shrine shrine is one of the best places you could be in Lagos when it comes to fun and relaxation. It has hosted top personalities and socialites around the world. The latest notable visitors being French President, Emmanuel Macron and British-Nigerian born boxing heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua.
The recent lockdown in Nigeria’s major cities has affected the New Afrika shrine too. When asked by a follower, Femi Anikulapo Kuti who is today known as the priest of the shrine confirmed the recent development.
Femi Kuti tweeted@Femiakuti concerning the New Afrika shrine ‘’Very tough. Had to cancel tours. Shrine closed. So many people depend on us too. Hopefully all will be well soonest’’
Asides the closure of the Kalakuta shrine closure, Grammy-nominee, Femi Kuti has also announced the cancellation of his US/Canada tour 2020.
‘’It’s with deep regret we announce the cancellation of our US/Canada tour 2020, but at this point it’s important to focus on the pandemic, and for the world to heal’’ he tweeted.