Nigerian music superstar Tiwa Savage made a powerful mark at the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80) in New York, where she met with UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed. The historic meeting underscored the role of music as a force for social impact and global solidarity.
Sharing a heartfelt message after the encounter, Mohammed wrote: “Tiwa Savage, thank you for joining us at the United Nations in New York for #UNGA80. You connect with people in ways few can. Your voice, your music, and your energy inspire millions and remind us of the power of music to drive change and champion a better world!”
Tiwa Savage and Amina J. Mohammed at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Amina J. Mohammed at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Tiwa Savage at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Tiwa, who performed during the UNGA80 cultural program, brought a vibrant African presence to the global stage, captivating diplomats, world leaders, and international delegates with her performance. Known as the “Queen of Afrobeats,” her sound bridges continents and cultures, and her appearance at the UNGA further established her as not just an entertainer but a cultural ambassador for Africa.
Tiwa Savage at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Tiwa Savage and Amina J. Mohammed at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
The moment symbolized the fusion of art and activism. Amina Mohammed, Nigeria’s own at the highest UN office, embracing Savage’s influence, represents how African creatives are now part of shaping global conversations on resilience, inclusion, and social transformation.
Tiwa’s UNGA80 presence also echoes her journey from Lagos to the world stage, proving that Nigerian music continues to break boundaries. Her performance and engagement reminded attendees that music can be more than entertainment; it can be a unifying call for peace, hope, and collective action.
This meeting between two powerful Nigerian women, one shaping diplomacy and the other shaping global sound, was a cultural moment for the books, affirming Africa’s undeniable place in rewriting the world’s future narrative.
