Austen-Peters made this remark during the screening of “Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti,” a 2024 film that chronicles the life of the Nigerian educator and mother of the late Afrobeat icon, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti.
This event was hosted by the U.S. Consulate-General in partnership with Bolanle Austen-Peters Productions to honor the 2024 International Day of the Girl Child, which took place on Wednesday in Lagos.
The International Day of the Girl Child, observed every year on October 11, aims to highlight the challenges faced by girls and advocate for their empowerment.
Austen-Peters noted that the response to the biopic has been overwhelmingly positive, with many viewers expressing that the film will serve as a source of inspiration for girls.
“Every single child watching this biopic is a Funmilayo.
“If we are not telling these stories, you will never know that there was a formula or where to draw inspiration from.
“You will never know that women that came ahead of you 56 years ago have done great and powerful things that we need to tap into.
“We can only show you what has gone ahead of you and that the future is what you make of it.
“No matter what people tell you, no matter what situations and circumstance tell you, one person can change Nigeria and that one person can be you,” she said.