*President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates Nigerian music sensation Temilade Openiyi (Tems) on winning the Best African Music Performance Award at the 67th annual Grammy Awards, in the United States, describing the artiste, and other artistes as 鈥榩atriots, inspiration and role models to many young people鈥�

Emmanuel Akosile | 绿帽献妻

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian music sensation Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, on winning the Best African Music Performance Award at the 67th annual Grammy Awards held night Sunday, February 2, 2025, in Los Angeles, United States (US).

Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, who said this in a statement Monday, February 3, said President Tinubu, on behalf of the entire country, commended the singer for her unique artistry, which has brought pride to Nigeria on the global stage for the second time.

The statement noted the Nigerian leader 鈥渃elebrates 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.鈥�

Tinubu also stated: “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.鈥�

The President also congratulated other Nigerian artistes nominated for this year’s Grammy Award, including Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, Lojay, Davido, and Burna Boy.

He thanked 鈥渢hese patriots for putting Nigeria on the global map of great achievers in the music industry and for showcasing the country’s creative excellence.鈥�

President Tinubu said: “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.

鈥淚 wish you all continued success in your musical careers.”