Tems Acquires Equity Stake in US Football Club San Diego FC

The Nigerian music talent through her company, The Leading Vibe, will join as club partner to run the Major Soccer League (MLS) side with Pave Investments, an African private investment firm, according to a statement seen by Business Post.

“We are delighted that Tems has joined San Diego FC as a Club Partner,” said SDFC Chairman, Sir Mohamed Mansour. “Tems is a globally significant artist who will help us to reach new audiences and spread the word about our unique project, which of course has its foundations in sub-Saharan Africa through the unique Right to Dream organization.”

On his part, SDFC CEO, Mr Tom Penn, said, “We are honored to have her join our Club and bring her visionary perspective to San Diego FC. Her passion for empowering the next generation aligns perfectly with our mission, and her commitment to creating opportunities for young talent domestically and globally reflects the core values of Right to Dream.

“We also look forward to creating meaningful connections between the music world and San Diego FC, uniting communities through the shared power of culture and sport.”

Tems, who won a Grammy earlier this month for her hit song Love Me Jeje, will join the likes of actress Issa Rae, World Cup-winning footballer Juan Mata, retired US Navy SEAL Jocko Willink, and founding partner and San Diego Padres’ perennial MLB All-Star Manny Machado as part of the club’s partners.

“I am thrilled to join San Diego FC’s ownership group and to be part of a club that celebrates creativity, culture, and the power of community,” said Tems, adding that “Football has a unique way of bringing people together, and I am excited to help build something special in San Diego, a city that thrives on diversity and innovation.”

As part of the deal, Mr Tunde Folawiyo, Chairman of Pave Investments, and Mr Kwamena Afful, Founding Director of Pave Investments, will also join the San Diego FC ownership group.