Fela Kuti has made history as the first African artist to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
The legendary Nigerian musician, widely regarded as the pioneer of Afrobeat, will be honoured alongside notable global icons including Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, Gram Parsons, and Celia Cruz.
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The announcement was made during a broadcast of American Idol in the United States, while Nigerian-born British singer Sade Adu is also set to be recognised in the performance category.
The induction ceremony is scheduled to take place on November 14 at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.
Earlier this year, Fela was also posthumously honoured with a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, further cementing his legacy as one of the most influential figures in global music history.