Fatshimetrie
In a statement delivered at the 2024 celebration festival, Kuti stressed that he has no plans to relocate to any other country, as even those countries had to fight for their freedom.
He began by saying: “People have asked me, ‘Shey you no go japa?’ Japa where?”
“It is essential to understand that we must stay here and fight for a better country that we love. We did not build the Fela Shrine in Los Angeles or London; we built it in Africa. Come to your senses because this country depends on you,” the singer continued.
Kuti urged Nigerians to recognize their responsibility to fight for their own country and make it better.
Kuti’s lyrics emphasize the importance of not running away from problems but facing them head on. The history of Europe and America, he recalls, is filled with civil wars and violent conflicts that have carved the face of these continents.
Europe, often seen as a bastion of peace and prosperity, has also experienced centuries of infighting and devastating wars. Similarly, America, a symbol of freedom and democracy, has been the scene of a bloody civil war, deeply marking its history.
It is necessary to remember that building a strong and prosperous nation does not come without efforts and sacrifices. Nigerians must remember the history of their country and commit to making it better for future generations.
Ultimately, Kuti’s voice resonates as a call to action, inviting everyone to contribute to building a more just and equitable society. For, as the singer emphasizes, the future of Nigeria rests in the hands of its citizens, determined to defend and improve their beloved homeland.