President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Afrobeats singer Temilade Openiyi, also known as Tems, for earning a Grammy Award at the prestigious event of 2023. Femi Adesina ,the President’s spokesman, said on Monday that Buhari was proud of the young singer’s achievements, noting that she had put Nigeria in the global spotlight for the second time.
On 5 February, Tems made history by winning the “Best Melodic Rap Performance” category at the Grammy Awards. Buhari also commended Burna Boy, an Afrobeats star, who was nominated in two categories but did not win the Grammy Award.
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The statement reads; “President Muhammadu Buhari joins fans and lovers of Nigerian music all over the world in celebrating new heights of recognition and appreciation as Afrobeat crooner, Tems, wins “‘Best Melodic Rap Performance” category at the Grammy Awards.
“President Buhari extols Tems, Temilade Openiyi, for showcasing her talent to the world, with dedication and hard work, which, again, has placed Nigeria in the spotlight for excellence.
“The President lauds all Nigerian nominees for this year’s Grammy, including Burna Boy, for pursuing their passion with vigour and continuously reinventing global entertainment, with creativity.
“President Buhari thanks the creative industry, particularly managers, producers and directors, for encouraging talents, like Tems, who have taken Nigeria’s culture and tourism to the world, further displaying the resourcefulness and potential of a great nation. The President wishes Tems, her partners, colleagues and well-wishers more years of glory.”