DJ Cuppy Makes History, Gave UNGA Opening Speech

Nigerian singer and DJ Florence Otedola popularly known as DJ Cuppy has made history as the first British-Nigerian to host an opening session at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

The daughter of one of Nigeria’s billionaires Femi Otedola and founder of the Cuppy Foundation, anchored the session themed “The Summit of the Future – Youth Action Day,” during the weekend marking a significant milestone in her career.

In a post shared on her Instagram handle, she said she has been a DJ at the UNGA twice but the coolest thing she has ever done is giving the opening session at the 79th UNGA.

DJ Cuppy, the daughter of billionaire Nigerian businessman Femi Otedola, energized the Assembly with her keynote session, captivating the audience and bringing a youthful vibrancy to the proceedings. Her ability to engage the crowd was evident as she led the entire Assembly in a chant, igniting a sense of unity among the attendees.

During her opening remarks, Cuppy introduced herself in her signature style: “My name is Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, but you can call me Cuppy. I’m repping a country called Nigeria, in case you’ve heard of it. I’m a DJ, philanthropist, but also your moderator. But it feels like I’m more your co-host because today is all about you. It’s all about you.”

Cuppy continued, emphasising the importance of youth leadership and action. “Someone once told me, it’s not about your ‘what’, but it’s about your ‘why’. So why are we here? We believe that youth need to be able to take action. We believe in leadership that brings everyone to the table. And that’s why I’m just so proud to be here.”

Cuppy’s presence at the 74th UNGA underscored the critical role of young people in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SGDs) by 2030. With the world’s youth population playing a crucial part in addressing global challenges, Cuppy’s call to action symbolized the growing influence of the next generation in shaping a prosperous future for all.