03/08/2024
Sad news!
Renowned Nigerian Singer, Onyeka Onwenu, passes away.
She reportedly slumped in Lagos after performing at the birthday party of the owner of Emzor Pharmaceuticals, Stella Okoli, who clocked 80.
The deceased was rushed to Reddington Hospital where she was confirmed dead on Tuesday, July 30.
She was 72 years old.
Born on January 31, 1952, Onwenu hailed from Arondizuogu, in Ideato North, Imo State, but was raised in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
She was a successful singer, songwriter and actress. The late Onwenu started her music career in 1981.
She served as one of the judges for the popular music competition, X Factor Nigeria.
As an actress, Onwenu won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance in the movie “Widow’s Cot”.
She will be greatly missed.
May her soul rest in peace 😭
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