Because Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti is a love story, a story of self-discovery, self-assertion. It is also a hero’s tale inspiring in us the courage to speak truth to power and the commitment to a ...

Many have heard of Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, the legendary artist from the 70s and 80s. But some may not know that his mother Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was also a legend in her own right, as a women's ...

‘Funmilayo Ransome Kuti’ is set to hit the cinemas nationwide on May 17 [IMDb] There are scenes that will make the audience gasp at a woman so provocative and defiant in her service to the people.

The film follows the story of Fela’s mother, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti from her pioneering days as the first female student at Abeokuta Grammar School to her marriage to Israel Ransome-Kuti.

“ Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti hit it big last weekend! 🙌 This movie has amassed over 71 million Naira at the box office. Thank you, Nigeria for showing love and support for this iconic movie.