President Tinubu and Governor Sanwo-Olu Commend Tems For Her Remarkable Achievement At The Grammy Awards

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu have expressed their heartfelt congratulations to Nigerian artist Tems following her remarkable achievement at the 67th Grammy Awards.

President Tinubu shared his pride and admiration for Tems on social media platform X, stating,

“Congratulations to @temsbaby for winning the Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance with ‘Love Me Jeje.’ I take pride in her accomplishments and those of other Nigerians nominated for the Grammy awards. Their successes serve as an inspiration to all Nigerians. Congratulations!”

Congratulations to @temsbaby on winning the Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance, “Love me jeje”. I am proud of her accomplishments and those of Nigerian origin who were nominated for the Grammy awards. Their achievements continue to inspire all Nigerians.… pic.twitter.com/Aqmgk18Ovx

— Bola Ahmed Tinubu (@officialABAT) February 3, 2025

Governor Sanwo-Olu also extended his congratulations to Tems, characterizing the award as a prestigious acknowledgment of her extraordinary talent and significant impact on the music industry. He remarked, “Temilade Openiyi has once again demonstrated to the world her exceptional creativity.” He expressed gratitude for her bringing the Best African Music Performance Grammy back to Nigeria, adding, “As a Lagosian, we celebrate her success.”

The governor further highlighted that Tems’ Grammy victory underscores Lagos’ reputation as the epicenter of entertainment, creativity, tourism, culture, and the arts. “Tems winning the 67th Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance reaffirms that our beloved Lagos State is the hub of entertainment, creativity, and tourism in the West African region,” he stated.

Fans of Tems are overjoyed by her historic Grammy win, with their enthusiasm heightened by congratulatory messages from prominent figures, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

Additionally, Tems’ victory marks her second Grammy Award. She was also nominated for Best Global Music Album (Born in the Wild) and Best R&B Song (Burning). Her acclaimed track “Love Me Jeje” triumphed over other notable contenders, including “Tomorrow” by Yemi Alade, “MMS” by Asake featuring Wizkid, “Sensational” by Chris Brown featuring Davido and Lojay, and “Higher” by Burna Boy.

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… pic.twitter.com/NCYkhVm1dc

— Babajide Sanwo-Olu (@jidesanwoolu) February 3, 2025