Video, Pictures of Onyeka Onwenu’s Final Performance In Lagos Go Viral After Her Death

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A video, and pictures of Onyeka Onwenu’s final performance before her death have gone viral, capturing her energetic presence at the birthday party of Mrs Stella Okoli of Emzor Pharmaceuticals.

Onwenu passed away at 72 after collapsing at a birthday party.

Reactions online reflect both shock and appreciation for her final moments, highlighting her enduring legacy.

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A touching video of Nigerian music legend Onyeka Onwenu’s final performance has captivated audiences worldwide.

Onwenu, who passed away at the age of 72 on July 30, 2024, gave what would become her last performance at Mrs. Stella Okoli’s birthday party, just before collapsing at Lagos’s Reddington Hospital. Eyewitnesses at the event confirmed her sudden passing, marking a tragic end to a remarkable career.

The video, widely circulated on social media, shows Onwenu performing energetically and looking vibrant, a stark contrast to the news of her untimely death. Reactions to the footage have been a mix of shock and sorrow, with many expressing their grief online.

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Onyeka Onwenu was born in 1952, in Obosi, Anambra State, Nigeria. She began her music career in the 1980s and released her debut album, “For the Love of You,” in 1981. She has since released numerous albums and singles, including the hit song “One Love.”

Onwenu has also acted in several Nollywood films and has won numerous awards for her contributions to music and film. She has been recognised as one of the pioneers of Nigerian music.

In addition to her entertainment career, Onwenu has also been involved in politics. She was appointed as the Chairperson of the Imo State Council for Arts and Culture in 2013 and later became the Director-General of the National Centre for Women Development in 2016.

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Onwenu has been recognised for her contributions to Nigerian society, including being awarded the National Honors of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) in 2011.

Tinubu, Shehu Sani, Omokri Mourn Late Singer

President Bola Tinubu, former Kaduna Senator, Shehu Sani, and ex-presidential aide, Reno Omokri, have mourned legendary Nigerian singer and actress, Onyeka Onwenu.

Tinubu in a statement by his Special Adviser Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngalale, said Ms. Onwenu “lives on in her immortal masterpieces”.

The statement reads, “President Bola Tinubu extends his profound condolences to the family of the late Ms. Onyeka Onwenu.

“Ms. Onwenu was a singer, songwriter, actor, journalist, activist, and politician.

“President Tinubu mourns the passing of the Queen of Songs, whose edifying and mellifluous rendition, ‘One Love’, in the 1990s evoked a fervour of fellowship and harmony.

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“The President recalls the many artistic interventions of the late musical icon in promoting public good, noting her classic collaboration with King Sunny Ade on ‘Wait for Me’, a melodic campaign on family planning in the 1980s.

“President Tinubu celebrates the life of the versatile and extremely gifted artiste who applied herself to the whole gamut of artistic enterprise and expression, bringing joy and laughter to many.

“The President condoles with the entertainment industry, the Imo State Government, and the numerous fans of the departed star over this immeasurable loss.

“President Tinubu prays for the repose of the soul of the deceased artiste and that she finds a place yonder where the music never fades and where there is ‘Dancing in the Sun’.

“The President states that Ms. Onwenu lives on in her immortal masterpieces.”

Reacting to the development in an X post on Wednesday, Sani said the country has lost a great artist who spread messages of love and peace through her music.

He wrote, “Onyeka, the nation has lost a timeless legend and a great artist who sang from the heart, spreading the messages of love and peace through music. Your melodies will forever resonate in our souls. Rest in peace.”

Also reacting in an X post, Omokri described Onwenu as an elegant stallion, saying that she elevated music and artistry with her natural charm and stage presence.

He wrote, “I am heartbroken at the news of the death of veteran singer, broadcaster, and actress, Onyeka Onwenu, at 72. I knew her, and we bonded over my love for her music, which added value to my early years. It was one of the greatest honours of my life to collaborate with her and Panam Percy Paul on a charity single I executive produced.

“She was called the elegant stallion for a reason. And the reason is that she elevated music and artistry with her natural charm and stage presence.

“Onyeka Onwenu was a great asset to Nigeria and a significant star on the African continent and beyond. She will be greatly missed. May her soul rest in peace! Onyeka Onwenu: January 31, 1952-July 31, 2024: Gone but never to be forgotten.”

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