President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian music sensation Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, on winning the Best African Music Performance award at the 67th annual Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles on Sunday night.
A statement issued on Monday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), stated that on behalf of the entire nation, President Tinubu commended the singer for her unique artistry, which has brought pride to Nigeria on the global stage for the second time.
The President celebrated the rise of a new generation of young, multi-talented Nigerian musical artists who have propelled Afrobeats to international prominence, enhancing the country’s reputation as a powerhouse of musical innovation, creativity, and cultural influence.
“From Africa to Antarctica, Asia to Australia, and Europe to the Americas, the Nigerian music industry particularly Afrobeats has become a source of national pride, promoting a sense of identity and self-expression while uniting people across borders,” he said.
President Tinubu also congratulated other Nigerian artistes nominated for this year’s Grammy Awards: Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, Lojay, Davido, and Burna Boy.
He thanked these 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 inspirations and role models to many young people. The nation remains deeply grateful for your contributions to music, job creation, and tourism promotion. I wish you all continued success in your musical careers.”
Also, the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Tems for winning the 67th Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance.
The Governor said the award is a prestigious recognition that highlights Tems’ exceptional talent and contribution to the music industry not only in Nigeria and the African continent but also on the global stage.
Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, said the 29-year-old Tems has achieved a milestone with the international recognition at the 67th Grammy Award.
Governor Sanwo-Olu said the award received by Tems is an affirmation of Lagos as truly the home of entertainment, creativity, tourism, culture and arts.
He said: “Temilade Openiyi once again has proved to the world that she is a creative of an uncommon talent. We thank her for bringing the Best African Music Performance Grammy back to Nigeria. As a Lagosian, we are excited with her success.
“On behalf of my family, the government, and the people of Lagos State, I congratulate Tems for achieving this great feat, and I urge her not to rest on her oars as the future remains a lot brighter than it is today,” the governor writes.