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Nigerian musician and activist
Nigerian singer who was a key figure in the development of Afro-beat, blending agit-prop lyrics and dance rhythms as a medium for social protest.
| Born | October 15, 1938 |
| Hometown | Abeokuta, Nigeria |
| Net worth | $5 million |
| Height | 5'7" (1.70m) |
| Children | Yeni Kuti |
| Parents | Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti , Israel Oludotun Ransome-Kuti |
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