Nigerian Grammy Award-winning singer and producer, Temilade Openiyi, better known by her stage name as Tems, has become the first African female to join the ownership group of Major League Soccer’s San Diego Football Club.l, a Major League Soccer team in the United States.
The club announced on Wednesday, that Tems, through her company The Leading Vibe, is now a club partner. She joins other notable owners, including actress Issa Rae and Pave Investments, an African private investment firm.
Tems expressed her excitement, saying she is thrilled to be part of a club that celebrates creativity, culture, and community.
San Diego FC’s CEO, Tom Penn, described Tems as a global cultural icon whose vision aligns with the club’s mission to empower young talent.
This move strengthens the club’s partnership with Right to Dream Academy, a youth football development initiative.
