Dotun Ayobade, a professor who provides insightful analysis on Fela Kuti and 1970s Nigeria, joins Laide Kuti, Fela's former partner, to discuss the harrowing 1977 raid on the Kalakuta Republic. They delve into the political turmoil following the military's crackdown on Fela's activism, describing brutal acts of violence and humiliation witnessed firsthand. Laide shares her chilling experience during the raid, while Dotun explains how Fela's defiance through music intensified the military's wrath, marking a significant turning point in Nigeria's history.
