New Afrika Shrine

The New Afrika Shrine operates in Omole, Ikeja, as the successor to the original Afrika Shrine venue founded by Fela Kuti, now run by his son Femi Kuti and family as both a live music venue and a monument to the Afrobeat tradition. The open-air compound includes a large stage, bar and seating areas, and wall murals depicting Fela and other figures from Nigeria's music and political history, with performances typically running Thursday through Sunday nights featuring Femi Kuti's band, Seun Kuti's band, or other Afrobeat and highlife acts. The atmosphere is loud, crowded, and informal, with food and drink vendors operating throughout the night alongside the music, giving visitors a direct experience of the Afrobeat scene that grew out of Fela's original club decades ago. The long-running Sunday jam sessions in particular draw a mix of longtime Lagos regulars and visitors, often running for several hours from early evening well into the night. Because performances start later in the evening and can run long, visitors planning a full night out should arrange transport in advance, since the venue's Ikeja location means a return trip to Victoria Island or Lagos Island can take significant time depending on the hour and traffic. Cover charges vary by night and performer, with weekend and headline nights typically priced higher than weekday sessions.