Nigerian afrobeat legend, Femi Kuti has lost his British maternal grandmother. He shared a photo of the 95-year-old woman on his Instagram page and wrote:
“My Maternal Grandmother, who changed my life, by talking sense into me changing my whole attitude positively. Will miss u thanks for the LOVE and CARE (RIP) you will always be in my heart of hearts.”
Femi and his sister, Yeni Kuti
Femi’s mom, Remilekun Taylor Ransome Kuti, is said to be a blend of black American, red Indian and British. Remilekun wasa highly influential woman in her time who is best known for her activism and also for being the first Nigerian female to drive a car.
Rest on Mamma.
May her soul RIP
Awwwwww may her soul RIP. Amen.