Singer Tems becomes first African female to own football club

Talented Nigerian musician Temilade Openiyi, popularly known in music circles as Tems, has emerged as a co-owner of Major League Soccer club, San Diego FC.

The singer’s acquisition, which was made through her company, The Leading Vibes, was disclosed in a statement shared by the clubside, which informed that her investment was made in collaboration with Pave Investments, with Tunde Folawiyo and Kwamena Afful also joining the ownership group of the MLS side.

In a statement, the Grammy Award-winning singer said, “Football has a special ability to unite people, and I can’t wait to contribute to the creation of something truly unique in San Diego.

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While announcing the collaboration, SDFC CEO Tom Penn said, “Tems is an extraordinary artist and cultural force worldwide.” Her joining our team and contributing her forward-thinking viewpoint to San Diego FC is an honor. Our mission and her passion for empowering the next generation are a perfect match.

Tems, the first African woman to own a team in Major League Soccer, will serve as a club partner in support of the organization’s mission of excellence and community engagement.

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