Nigerian Grammy-winning singer Tems has apologised after mistakenly calling Sasha Obama “Sandra” during a performance. The incident occurred at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
The singer paused mid-performance to acknowledge the former first daughters in the audience. In the moment, she referred to Sasha as Sandra, prompting immediate online reactions.
Tems quickly addressed the error on X. She wrote, “Lord knows I was nervous! Please forgive me!!!” accompanied by crying emojis.
The slip-up went viral shortly after the event. Many fans viewed it as a harmless mistake caused by stage nerves. Others found humour in the moment while praising her overall performance.
Social media responses varied. Some users offered light-hearted forgiveness, noting the pressure of performing for the Obama family. A few criticised the error as a lack of preparation.
Tems, known for her powerful vocals and international acclaim, delivered an energetic set at the ceremony. The event celebrated the opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago.
No official response has emerged from the Obama family. The moment remains a minor, light-hearted footnote in the day’s proceedings.
Observers noted Tems’ swift and humble apology helped diffuse any potential backlash. Fans continue to support the artist, emphasising her talent over the brief name mix-up.
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