Tinubu rejoices with Tems, Davido, Wizkid, others over Grammy  

Says you put Nigeria on the global map of great achievers in the music industry

 

 

Admin I Monday, February 03, 2025

 

 

ABUJA, Nigeria –  President Bola Tinubu has commended Nigerian artist, Temilade Openiyi, better known as Tems for winning the Grammy. He also commended fellow nominees like Wizkid, Davido, Yemi Alade and  others for projecting the country’s reputation as a powerhouse of musical innovation, creativity and cultural influence.

Tems was got the award in the Best African Music Performance at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles, United States.

In a statement, the President commended the artist for her unique artistry, which he said brought pride to Nigeria on the global stage for a second time.

The President celebrated the rise of a new generation of young and Nigeria multi-talented Nigerian music artists whom he said  have propelled Afrobeat to international prominence, projecting the country’s reputation as a powerhouse of musical innovation, creativity and cultural influence.

He wrote, “From Africa to Antarctica, Asia to Australia, Europe to  the Americas, the Nigerian music industry, particularly.

He said Afrobeat has become a source of national pride, promoting  a sense of identity and self-expression while uniting people across borders”.

The President also congratulated other nominees,  Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, Lojay, Davido and Burna Boy, describing them as patriots for putting Nigeria on the global map of great achievers in the music industry  and for showcasing the country’s creative excellence.

“You are all inspiration and role models to many young people, the nation remains deeply grateful for your contribution to music, job creation and tourism promotion. I wish you all continued success in your musical career”