President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian music sensation Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, on her historic win at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards.
Tems clinched the Best African Music Performance Award for her song ‘Love Me Jeje’ at the ceremony held in Los Angeles on Sunday night.
It is the 29-year-old’s second Grammy win, having previously won in the Best Melodic Rap Performance category in 2023 for her collaboration on Future’s ‘Wait For U’ featuring Drake.
In a statement released on behalf of the nation on Monday, President Tinubu commended Tems for her remarkable artistry, which continues to bring pride to Nigeria on the global stage.
The president also celebrated the achievements of a new generation of Nigerian artistes who have propelled Afrobeats to international prominence, showcasing Nigeria’s cultural influence and innovation in the music industry.
“From Africa to Antarctica, Asia to Australia, Europe to the Americas, the Nigerian music industry, particularly Afrobeats, has become a source of national pride. It promotes a sense of identity and self-expression while uniting people across borders,” President Tinubu remarked.
The President extended his congratulations to other Nigerian artistes nominated for this year’s Grammy Awards, including Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, Lojay, Davido and Burna Boy.
He praised their exceptional contributions to music, noting that their work has not only placed Nigeria on the global map but also created jobs and promoted tourism.
“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,” President Tinubu said.
