President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to Nigeria’s musical talents nominated for the 2024 Grammy Awards in a statement titled ‘President Tinubu Applauds Nigerian Grammy Nominees.’
Unfortunately, despite not securing wins in their respective categories, Tinubu assured them that they are all winners.
The nominees, including Davido, Asake, Ayra Starr, Burna Boy, Olamide, and Tems, were recognized for their exceptional contributions to the music industry.
In his congratulatory message, President Tinubu expressed admiration for these artistes who have elevated Nigeria’s cultural influence globally.
He also commended their commitment to the art, boldness, and dedication to achieving excellence.
Tinubu emphasized, “Our superstars nominated for the Grammy Awards are all winners. I am proud of their exploits. They represent that Nigerian ideal; the courage to strive and succeed against all odds and the hope to stay true to purpose. I congratulate and thank them for being exemplary envoys of Nigeria.”
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President Tinubu congratulates Nigeria's 2024 Grammy Awards nominees
President Bola Tinubu heartily congratulates Nigeria's musical talents nominated for the 2024 Grammy Awards: Burna Boy, Davido, Olamide, Tems, Asake, and Ayra Starr.
President Tinubu celebrates these musical… pic.twitter.com/UgzlT4FwJ6— Presidency Nigeria (@NGRPresident) February 5, 2024
See reactions gathered by Beyond Boders below:
CroBender: “That’s more important than people suffering”
WONNEafronelly: “Interesting
I hope he doesn’t truncate policies that support these Acts!”
OyeniyiOlayemiS: “One Nigeria is never a crime”
yemson3: “Even with the hunger wey dey now”
j_asikpo: “At least you’re looking at the entertainment industry.”
midewest_: “By this time ?”
FEmmanuel29931: “Una they contest or abi una they troll PO. When tinubu make this statement abeg.”