President Bola Tinubu has sent his greetings to Temilade Openiyi, a.k.a Tems, who won the Best African Music Performance award at the 67th annual Grammy Awards last Sunday night in Los Angeles, USA.
Tinubu said artists like Tems and other young artists, with the Afrobeats genre continue to make impact in global music and also bringing honour to the country.
“On behalf of the entire nation, President Tinubu commends the singer for her unique artistry, which has brought pride to Nigeria on the global stage for the second time,” presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga said in a statement Monday afternoon.
“From Africa to Antarctica, Asia to Australia, 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.
“You are all inspiration 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.”
President Tinubu also congratulated other Nigerian artists nominated for this year’s Grammy Award: Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, Lojay, Davido, and Burna Boy.
Lagos State governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, also sent his warm wishes to Tems
“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.”
