Tems, Stevie Wonder, and John Legend to Perform at Obama Presidential Center Opening Ceremony

By Adegboyega Adeleye

Grammy‑winning Nigerian singer Tems will perform with music icons Stevie Wonder, John Legend, Bono and Bruce Springsteen at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago on June 18.

The announcement came from the Obama Foundation, which revealed a star‑filled lineup for the historic ceremony marking the opening of former President Barack Obama’s presidential center on Chicago’s South Side.

According to the foundation, the event will celebrate democracy, culture, service and hope, bringing together global leaders, changemakers and some of the world’s biggest entertainers. The ceremony will be livestreamed worldwide from the Center’s John Lewis Plaza.

“This Grand Opening ceremony will be unlike any other — filled with music, performances, and hope,” said Obama Foundation Chief Executive Officer Valerie Jarrett in a statement announcing the performers.

For Nigerian music fans, Tems’ inclusion underscores her expanding global profile. The multiple Grammy Award winner is among a select group of international artists chosen for the landmark ceremony and remains the only Nigerian act on the lineup.

Other performers announced by the foundation include The Roots, Christina Aguilera, Common, Eddie Vedder, Jennifer Hudson, Marc Anthony, as well as U2 members Bono and The Edge. Actress and producer Marsai Martin will also participate.

Former First Lady Michelle Obama described the Presidential Center as a “full circle moment” for Chicago’s South Side, noting that the project transforms a once underutilised space into a hub for history, leadership, education and community engagement.

The Obama Presidential Center will officially open to the public on June 19, with celebrations continuing throughout the Juneteenth weekend.

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