Tems apologised after mistakenly calling Sasha Obama “Sandra” during a performance at the Obama Presidential Center opening in Chicago. The viral moment drew support from fans praising her humility.
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems. [Courtesy]
Tems has issued an apology after accidentally calling Sasha Obama “Sandra” while performing at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Centre in Chicago on 18 June 2026.
The Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, appearing on a star-studded event, paused to correct herself and told the audience, “I was nervous. Please forgive me.”
Lord knows I was nervous! please forgive me!!! ??????
— TEMS (@temsbaby) June 18, 2026
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