THE children of veteran Nigerian singer and actress Onyeka Onwenu have announced her passing, sharing details about her final moments.
“It is with heavy hearts that I and my brother wish to announce the passing of our mother, the much loved Onyeka Onwenu,” her children wrote in a statement signed by her sons, Abraham and Tijani Ogunlende on Wednesday.
“She passed away last night, Tuesday, 30 July 2024, in Lagos, Nigeria,” they said.
The IMO State-born musician had just completed a performance at the birthday party of Mrs Stella Okoli when she was suddenly rushed to the Reddington Hospital in Lagos.
Confirming, the children said, “She was rushed to the hospital after an amazing last performance, where doctors made every effort to save her life… sadly she passed.”
Her children described their mother as an “icon and legend” who inspired multiple generations with her music, acting, philanthropy and humanitarian efforts.
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