One of Nigeria’s leading luxury streetwear brands, Ashluxe , is proud to announce the release of The Spirit of Fela , a heartfelt documentary celebrating the legendary Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo Kuti . This release continues the narrative Ashluxe has been weaving since the launch of its AW24 Kalakuta Republic collection in December 2023. As the first African brand to license Fela’s images and collaborate with his estate on a fashion collection, Ashluxe remains committed to honoring the spirit of Kalakuta Republic’s enduring message through this remarkable cinematic journey.
The documentary boasts an impressive lineup of interviewees, showcasing the far-reaching impact of Fela’s work. Including members of his family, Yeni Kuti and Kunle Kuti; Art icon Nike Davies-Okundaye, fashion designer Mai Atafo, and PMAN president Pretty Okafor lend their voices to paint a vivid picture of Fela’s influence on Nigerian arts and culture. Political figures Peter Obi and Dele Momodu offer insights into Fela’s activism, while Dede Mabiaku and Lemi Ghariokwu , t he self-taught artist who designed many of Fela’s iconic album covers, provide personal anecdotes about working and living with the music legend.
Ashluxe’s founder, Olayinka Ashogbon , expressed profound reverence for Fela’s ideals, stating that the brand strives to emulate his vision through fashion, advocating for African pride, unity, and creativity as instruments of change . His innovative approach demonstrat.