Women not respected in Nigerian music industry – Tems

Tems, the Nigerian singer, expressed in a recent interview with the BBC that women are not respected in the Nigerian music industry. She shared her personal experience of struggling to be taken seriously at the beginning of her career due to her gender.

Tems emphasized the need for a change in the way women are viewed in the music industry and hopes to achieve this through her new platform, Leading Vibe Initiative. This initiative aims to provide women with easier access to platforms and a wider audience.

Tems advised aspiring female musicians to focus on their artistry and not be limited by societal expectations or the pursuit of fame. Other prominent female Nigerian artists like Tiwa Savage and Yemi Alade have also spoken out about the barriers they face in the industry due to their gender.