Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, better known as Tems, has achieved a historic milestone by winning the Best African Music Performance award at the 67th Grammy Awards. The award ceremony took place on Sunday night, and Tems’ song Love Me JeJe earned her this prestigious honor.
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, congratulated Tems on her win. In a post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, he described her victory as a historic moment that highlights her exceptional talent and dedication.
“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Temilade Openiyi (Tems) for winning the Best African Music Performance at the 2025 Grammy Awards with her song Love Me JeJe,” Sanwo-Olu wrote. “This historic achievement marks her as the first Nigerian artist to win in this category.”
Sanwo-Olu also praised other Nigerian artists who were nominated for awards, including Burna Boy, Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, and Davido. He acknowledged their contributions to music and how they continue to elevate Nigeria’s presence on the global stage.
Tems’ win at the Grammy Awards 2025 is a big step for Afrobeats and African music, proving that Nigerian artists are making a powerful impact in the global music industry. Fans and fellow artists have been celebrating her success, recognizing it as an inspiration for many upcoming musicians.
With this Grammy win, Tems has once again shown that Nigerian music is unstoppable, and the world is paying attention.
