60th Birthday Bash: Femi Kuti Receives Gift From Family 

Ahead of his 60th birthday on June 16, Afrobeats legend, Femi Anikulapo-Kuti has received a special saxophone as a birthday gift from his family.

The multi-millionaire saxophone is a model of Selmer Paris Supreme 2022 and was acquired by the family of the Afrobeat legend in an effort led by his son, Made Kuti and his sister, Yeni Kuti, including a committee of family and friends.

Speaking on the reason for joining in the surprise, Yeni Kuti said the family needed to celebrate Femi, who puts others before him and remains resilient and hardworking.

Made, who is of the third generation of Fela Kuti also spoke on his father's selflessness. He said he could tell his father coveted the saxophone but will not change his old saxophone despite the glitches it has been having in recent times.

The Grammy-nominated artist revealed that he spotted the saxophone in the company of his father during one of their tours. From the look in his father's eyes, he could tell he wanted the saxophone but would rather put his responsibilities before his wants or needs.

The elated soon to be celebrant expressed his joy for the gift.

"as far as I am concerned, this is the award of the people, it's bigger than Grammy. I couldnt ask for more,"

The saxophone gift is estimated at over €8000 in value. While the celebration of the birthday will hold at the famous Afrikan Shrine.

Happy birthday, legend. Celebrate grace