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PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES TEMS ON GRAMMY AWARD, APPLAUDS OTHER NIGERIAN MUSIC STARS

President Bola 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 in Los Angeles on Sunday night. In a statement, President Tinubu commended the singer for her unique artistry, which has brought pride to Nigeria on the global stage for the second time. President Tinubu celebrated 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. “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,” he said. Onanuga stated that President Tinubu also congratulated other Nigerian artists nominated for this year’s Grammy Award, including Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, Lojay, Davido, and Burna Boy. The President thanked these patriots for putting Nigeria on the global map of great achievers in the music industry and for showcasing the country’s creative excellence. “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. I wish you all continued success in your musical careers,” he said. Onanuga added that President Tinubu’s message was a testament to his administration’s commitment to supporting the creative industry and promoting Nigerian talent globally.

PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES THISDAY NEWSPAPERS ON 30TH ANNIVERSARY

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated THISDAY Newspapers Limited, its management, and staff on the 30th anniversary of the publication. Founded on January 22, 1995, by Prince Nduka Obaigbena, the media organisation has earned a reputation as a newspaper of record in Nigeria, delivering in-depth coverage of national and global events. In a statement, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), Bayo Onanuga, said the President commends the newspaper for its commitment to the ideals of free enterprise, democracy, and innovative use of technology, as well as for nurturing many notable names in the media industry. Onanuga added that President Tinubu states the numerous awards the publication, its editors, and writers have received over the years are an eloquent testament to the newspaper’s creativity. President Tinubu wishes THISDAY Newspapers continued progress in the years to come. Onanuga noted that the President’s congratulatory message is a testament to the newspaper’s contribution to Nigeria’s media landscape. Bayo Onanuga concluded by saying that the President’s well wishes are a vote of confidence in THISDAY Newspapers’ ability to continue delivering high-quality journalism to Nigerians.