FRENCH PRESIDENT MACRON TO VISIT FELA’S AFRIKA SHRINE

Penpushing also reports that, in a statement, the authorities appealed for the understanding of residents, urging motorists to make use of alternative routes provided during the period.

“While we regret the inconvenience that this might cause the public, especially those who live and work in the area, we appeal that you kindly bear with us during this period and make use of the alternative routes provided,” Salaam said.

The Afrika Shrine located in the teeming Lagos district of Ikeja replaced Fela’s original club that burnt down in 1977, but for millions of fans it still represents the original Shrine built by the musical maverick.