Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has extended his well wishes to the talented musician, Rema, for a swift and full recovery, joining the multitude of fans and colleagues who have expressed their support.
It was reported by Media Talk Africa that the Afrobeat sensation, known for his hit track ‘Calm Down’, announced the cancellation of his December tour, which was set to include performances in Lagos, Abuja, and Benin, citing health reasons.
Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, Governor Obaseki conveyed his solidarity with Rema, emphasizing the pride Edo people feel for the young artist and their unwavering support for him.
Highlighting Rema’s remarkable achievements, including the milestone of selling out London’s iconic O2 Arena and amassing an impressive 1.6 billion streams on Spotify this year, Governor Obaseki praised the artist’s exceptional talent and its potential to inspire aspiring young creatives.
In a heartfelt message, Governor Obaseki expressed, “My Rema @heisrema, your remarkable achievements over the years fill us with immense pride and joy.
“From the extraordinary feat of selling out the O2 Arena to amassing an impressive 1.6 billion streams of music, your accomplishments show your exceptional talent, paving the way for countless young creatives and offering them a glimpse of what’s possible.
“We are extremely proud of you and remain behind you every step of the way.
“Wishing you a speedy recovery, young champion.”
