My childhood inspired my activism—Falz

Rapper and activist, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz has shared how his upbringing shaped his approach to activism.

In a recent episode of the Menisms Podcast, he clarified that his activism predates the 2020 ENDSARS Protest, contrary to popular belief.

He said: “It was definitely not the ENDSARS moment that made me start activism; it was way before that moment that I’ve been doing this. I won’t lie, 100% of my background has played a huge part because this is what I grew up on.”

Falz attributed his activism to his background, growing up listening to Fela Kuti’s music and being influenced by his father, Femi Falana.