Onyeka Onwenu, a renowned singer and actress from Nigeria, is said to have passed on at the age of 72.
She was reported to have passed away on Tuesday night at the Reddington Hospital in Lagos following a fall during Mrs. Stella Okoli’s birthday celebration.
An eyewitness who attended the celebration reportedly confirmed the news to TheNiche.
“It is very sad. Onyeka Onwenu just performed at the birthday of Mrs. Stella Okoli today (Tuesday, July 30, 2024), and after performing, she slumped.
“She was taken to Reddington Hospital and she couldn’t make it,” the eyewitness said.
However, the deceased’s family has yet to announce her death as of press time.
Ms Onwenu, who has always kept her life private was once married to a Yoruba Muslim man and they both have two children: Tijani Ogunlende and Ibrahim Ogunlende. (Ibrahim later changed his name to Abraham.)
Onwenu will be remembered for her music albums such as In The Morning Light and Dancing In The Sun.
My heart is so saddened by this loss. Sending my deepest sympathy to the family she has left behind. May her soul rest in perfect peace.
Live with Purpose, Love with Passion. Remember to be happy
One ❤️❤️❤️
Rose Ajieh
