President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian music sensation, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems for winning the Best African Music Performance award at the 67th annual Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles, United States on Sunday night.
The President in a statement by his special adviser on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga said he is celebrating the rise of what he calls “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.
Onanuga said the president on behalf of the entire nation, commends the singer for her unique artistry, which has brought pride to Nigeria on the global stage for the second time.
“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, “
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President Tinubu also congratulates other Nigerian artists nominated for this year’s Grammy Award: Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, Lojay, Davido, and Burna Boy.
He thankedvthem for putting Nigeria on the global map of great achievers in the music industry and for showcasing the country’s creative excellence.
The president said they are all inspiration and role models to many young people and the nation remains deeply grateful for their contributions to music, job creation, and tourism promotion.
He wished them all continued success in their musical careers.
(Editor: Okechukwu Eze)
