President Tinubu Congratulates Tems On Grammy Award, Applauds Other Nigerian Music Stars
President Bola Tinubu congratulates 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.
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy) in a Statement on Monday said 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.
Onanuga said the President celebrates the rise of a new generation of young and multi-talented Nigerian musical artists who have propelled Afrobeats to international prominence, projecting the country's reputation as a powerhouse of musical innovation, creativity and cultural influence.
He said President Tinubu congratulates other Nigerian artists nominated for this year's Grammy Award: Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, Lojay, Davido, and Burna Boy. He thanks these patriots for putting Nigeria on the global map of great achievers in the music industry and for showcasing the country's creative excellence.