President Muhammadu Buhari on
Friday hailed Nigeria’s hip-hop artistes, Ayodeji Balogun, also known as
WizKid, and David Adeleke, Davido, for winning the Music of Black Origin, MOBO,
awards.
Buhari said both artistes have
shown that Nigeria is rich in talent, adding that they have brought pride to
the country through their songs and hard work.
The President’s commendation was
contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser
on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina.
According to the statement,
“President Buhari joins the teeming fans of the artistes in Nigeria and all over
the world in celebrating the highly deserved and meritorious recognition, which
saw WizKid winning “International Best Artiste’’ award, while Davido picked the
“Best African Act”.
The President affirms that both
singers have, “showcased the rich talents in the country, and brought pride to
the nation through their many songs and performances,” while also commending
their dedication, hard work and charity works.
President Buhari also called on
the upwardly mobile artistes to be cautious and mindful of likely distractions
to their careers, urging WizKid and Davido to serve as ambassadors of the
country and role models to up and coming musicians.
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In his own commendation, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo stated
on twitter: ”Once again the talents, hardwork and enterprise of youth have been
celebrated on the world stage. Congratulations to @wizkidayo and @iam Davido.
You make us proud.”
Prof Yemi Osinbajo ✔ @ProfOsinbajo Once again the
talents, hardwork and enterprise of our youth have been celebrated on the world
stage. Congratulations to @wizkidayo and @iam_Davido You make us proud!
Read Adesina’s full statement
here:
President Muhammadu Buhari
congratulates renowned hip-hop artistes, Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, WizKid, and
David Adedeji Adeleke, Davido, on their awards at the Music of Black Origin
(MOBO).
President Buhari joins the
teeming fans of the artistes in Nigeria and all over the world in celebrating
the highly deserved and meritorious recognition, which saw WizKid winning
“International Best Artiste’’ award, while Davido picked the “Best African Act’’.
The President affirms that both
singers have showcased the rich talents in the country, and brought pride to
the nation through their many songs and performances, commending their
dedication, hard work and charity works.
President Buhari also calls on
the upwardly mobile artistes to be cautious and mindful of likely distractions
to their careers, urging WizKid and Davido to serve as ambassadors of the
country and role models to upcoming musicians.
Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to the President
(Media& Publicity) December 1, 2017
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