Seun Kuti Claims Fela's Wives Had Affairs, Led to HIV

In a recent Instagram livestream, Seun Kuti, the son of the late Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo Kuti, made controversial claims regarding his father's relationships with women. He stated that Fela did not impose restrictions on his wives, allowing them to have affairs with other men.

Seun described this as one of Fela's greatest mistakes, suggesting that it ultimately resulted in the transmission of HIV to his father. He emphasized that while Fela is often praised for his legacy, the reality of his relationships and the consequences of those relationships are often overlooked.

Seun's remarks challenge the perception of Fela as a traditional man who upheld certain values, arguing instead that Fela's approach to relationships was more permissive. He noted that nobody is perfect and that everyone makes mistakes, including Fela.

This discussion comes in light of Fela's historical significance, particularly marked by his marriage to 27 women during a traditional ceremony on February 20, 1978, in Lagos.