
•President, Lagos governor applaud different Nigerian nominees
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu have congratulated Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly referred to as Tems, on successful the Greatest African Music Efficiency award on the 67th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday evening.
In an announcement yesterday in Abuja by his Particular Adviser on Info and Technique, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu praised Tems for her distinctive artistry, describing her newest achievement as one other second of pleasure for Nigeria on the worldwide stage.
“On behalf of the whole nation, I commend Tems for her distinctive artistry, which has as soon as once more introduced pleasure to Nigeria,” the President mentioned.
He additionally celebrated the rising affect of younger and multi-talented Nigerian musicians, acknowledging their position in pushing Afrobeats to worldwide prominence.
“From Africa to Antarctica, Asia to Australia, Europe to the Americas, the Nigerian music business, notably Afrobeats, has develop into a supply of nationwide pleasure, selling a way of id and self-expression whereas uniting folks throughout borders,” he mentioned.
Past Tems’ victory, President Tinubu additionally prolonged his congratulations to different Nigerian artists who obtained Grammy nominations this 12 months, together with Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, Lojay, Davido, and Burna Boy.
He eulogised them for contributing to Nigeria’s inventive business, which continues to achieve world recognition.
“You’re all inspirations and position fashions to many younger folks. The nation stays deeply grateful in your contributions to music, job creation, and tourism promotion,” President Tinubu mentioned, wishing them continued success of their careers.
The President reiterated his administration’s dedication to supporting Nigeria’s leisure business, recognising its position in cultural diplomacy and financial progress.
Additionally, Governor Sanwo-Olu congratulated Tems for successful the Greatest African Music Efficiency award along with her hit tune: “Love Me JeJe.”
In an announcement shared by way of his X deal with, Sanwo-Olu described Tems’ victory as a groundbreaking achievement and a milestone that displays her distinctive artistry and dedication.
“I prolong my heartfelt congratulations to Temilade Openiyi, @temsbaby, for successful the Greatest African Music Efficiency on the 2025 Grammy Awards along with her tune ‘Love Me JeJe,’” the governor wrote.
Sanwo-Olu emphasised the importance of the win, noting that it marked Tems as the primary Nigerian artist to win within the class.
“This historic achievement marks her as the primary Nigerian artist to win on this class, showcasing her distinctive expertise and dedication,” he added.
The governor additionally lauded different Nigerian artistes who obtained Grammy nominations, together with Burna Boy, Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, and Davido.