2024 Grammys: Sanwo-Olu encourages Davido, Burna Boy, others after losing out
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu yesterday eulogised Nigerian nominees for the 66th Grammy Awards despite not clinching a single award.
Spark News reports that all the Nigerian artistes nominated for the award in various categories lost out.
But their South African counterpart, Tyla won the Best African Music Performance category at the Grammy award ceremony on Sunday night..
However, Governor Sanwo-Olu was quick to encourage the Nigerian artistes, urging them not to feel disheartened for not winning any of the awards.
In a post on his official X, he 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.”
