The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed unwavering support for Nigerian music stars Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr, Asake, and Tems following their loss at the 2024 Grammy Awards.
Sanwo-Olu took to Twitter on Monday to commend the nominated artists and underlining the substantial strides Nigerian music has taken on the international stage.
Despite the absence of Grammy trophies, the governor celebrated their extraordinary achievements and contributions to global music, particularly within the vibrant Afrobeats genre.
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In an encouragement tweet, the governor gave a special shoutout to all Nigerian talents nominated at the prestigious Grammy Awards, emphasizing the global recognition of their mastery and talent.
His tweet read, “A special shoutout to @burnaboy,
@davido, @ayrastarr, @asakemusik, @temsbaby, @Olamide and all Nigerian talents represented as nominees at the Grammy’s, the apex music award in the world.
“Your mastery reached unparalleled heights on those exclusive platforms, showcasing world-class talent we’re immensely proud of.”
Sanwo-Olu also addressed artists who may feel disheartened by the Grammy results, reminding them that, in the eyes of their fans and fellow Nigerians, they remain everlasting winners.
“To those who may feel disheartened by the results, remember, in the eyes of your fans and Nigerians, you’re everlasting winners and with every global arena and stadiums you fill up, your representation of Afrobeats and Nigeria is unparalleled, and soon you’ll light up the stages you desire as triumphant victors.
“Cheers to more timeless moments as you continue to tell the world our stories with your music,” he said
Although the Nigerian nominees didn’t secure Grammy victories this year, the awards marked an unprecedented moment for Afrobeats, a genre that has exploded onto the global music scene.
Nigerian artists, at the forefront of this musical movement, have seamlessly blended indigenous sounds with global music trends, creating hits that resonate worldwide.