Emee Freda Returns to New Afrika Shrine for Felabration

Emee Freda, also known as Freda Francis, is set to return to the New Afrika Shrine for Felabration 2026, twelve years after her initial entry as an apprentice. This year's theme, “Who Are You?”, resonates with her artistic journey.

Emee, who studied Music Technology and Production at the Performing Arts, Entrepreneurship, Fashion and Technology Innovations (PEFTI) academy in Lagos, previously worked as a backup singer and dancer for Femi Kuti. Her experience at the Shrine was pivotal in her development as a performer.

Now, she returns not as a student but as a matured artist, ready to honor the legacy of Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and Femi Kuti. Emee has developed her own sound and repertoire, showcasing her skills as a singer, songwriter, composer, and multi-instrumentalist.

At the festival, she will perform her latest single, “Story,” reflecting her growth and the evolution of her artistic identity.