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Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has lauded Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, for her groundbreaking win at the 67th Grammy Awards. In a message of congratulations shared on Monday afternoon, the governor highlighted the historic nature of Tems' achievement.
Our source reports that Tems triumphed with the song 'Love Me JeJe', securing the Best African Music Performance award on Sunday night, marking her as the first Nigerian artist to win in this category.
In his post on X, Sanwo-Olu expressed, "I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Temilade Openiyi @temsbaby, for winning the Best African Music Performance at the 2025 Grammy Awards with her song ‘Love Me JeJe’. This historic achievement marks her as the first Nigerian artist to win in this category, showcasing her exceptional talent and dedication."
The governor also took a moment to acknowledge other Nigerian nominees including Burna Boy, Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, and Davido, praising their significant contributions to the music industry. He noted, "I also commend our other Nigerian nominees for their outstanding contributions to music. Your artistry continues to elevate Nigeria’s presence on the global stage, and we are immensely proud of your accomplishments."
See the post below:
I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Temilade Openiyi @temsbaby, for winning the Best African Music Performance at the 2025 Grammy Awards with her song "Love Me JeJe.
— Babajide Sanwo-Olu (@jidesanwoolu) February 3, 2025
This historic achievement marks her as the first Nigerian artist to win in this category, showcasing her… pic.twitter.com/NCYkhVm1dc
This achievement by Tems not only celebrates her personal success but also underscores the growing influence and recognition of Nigerian music on the international scene.
Source: DP
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