Name: Nigerian nightclub closed by authorities after political activity of owner

Date:  2006-present

Location:  Africa

Subject:  Political/Economic/Social Opinion

Medium:  Personal Opinion , Public Speech

Artist: Femi Kuti

Confronting Bodies: Nigerian government

Date of Action: June 5, 2009

Specific Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Description of Artwork: Kuti often holds controversial concerts, and has been a outspoken opponent of government policies.



Description of Incident: Kuti's nightclub was shut down, supposedly due to public noise, street-crowding and ilegal parking. His family was given no time to respond to the complaints.



Results of Incident: The nightclub is currently closed.



Source: http://www.freemuse.org/sw33922.asp

Submitted By: NCAC

 





	


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