Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State, has congratulated Nigeria’s nominees for the 66th Grammy Awards despite their loss.
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According to report, no Nigerian artists won any of the categories in which they were nominated.
Tyla, a South African singer, overcame a lineup of Nigerian artists including Davido, Asake, Burna Boy, and Ayra Starr to win the Best African Music Performance category at the Grammys.
Governor Sanwo-Olu has urged Nigerian nominees not to be upset by not winning any of the prizes.
Sanwo-Olu in a post on his official X, wrote: “A special shoutout to @davido, @burnaboy, @ayrastarr, @asakemusik, @Olamide and @temsbaby 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 are immensely proud of.
“To those who may feel disheartened by the results, remember, in the eyes of your fans and Nigerians, you are everlasting winners and with every global arena and stadiums you fill up, your representation of Afrobeats and Nigeria is unparalleled, and soon you will 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.”