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Tiwa Savage signs global deal with Universal Music Group

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Nigerian singer-songwriter Tiwa Savage had signed an exclusive global recording deal with Universal Music Group (UMG). The agreement will see the star’s new music be released internationally through UMG’s footprint in more than 60 countries worldwide.

In a statement from the label, Tiwa expressed her excitement at the deal sharing in part; “My biggest goal is to make Africa proud. I’m so excited for this moment and I’m thankful to Sir Lucian Grainge and my new UMG family for their belief in my dreams. I’m looking forward to this next chapter in my career and I’m more ready than I have ever been.”

UMG’s EVP Market Development Adam Granite said in part; “We are looking forward to partnering with Tiwa and her team to help her music reach new audiences around the world. As one of Africa’s most successful, influential and dynamic singer-songwriters, Tiwa has truly global ambitions and UMG is committed to help her in achieving them.”

Tiwa Savage signs global deal with Universal Music Group. We can’t wait to listen to her new music!

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