President Muhammadu Buhari has joined Nigerians in congratulating hip-hop artistes Davido, Wizkid for clinching awards at the Music of Black Origin (MOBO) Awards, defeating other international acts.
Buhari in a statement by his special adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina on Friday said both artistes have showcased the rich talents of Nigeria.
“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,” the statement read in part.
President Buhari also urged other Nigerian 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.
Also, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, on Friday congratulates the artistes using his official Twitter handle saying talents, hardwork and enterprise of our youth have been celebrated on the world stage.
The 22nd MOBO Awards held on Wednesday night at the First Direct Arena in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Wizkid won the Best International Act while Davido was named Best African Act.
President @MBuhari congratulates @wizkidayo and @iam_Davido on their big wins at the @MOBOAwards. The President joins their teeming fans in Nigeria and across the world in celebrating the highly-deserved recognition.
— Presidency Nigeria (@NGRPresident) December 1, 2017
Once again the talents, hardwork and enterprise of our youth have been celebrated on the world stage.
— Prof Yemi Osinbajo (@ProfOsinbajo) December 1, 2017
Congratulations to @wizkidayo and @iam_Davido
You make us proud!
