The last act: Onyeka Onwenu’s final performance before her death (VIDEO)

Legendary Nigerian singer and actress, Onyeka Onwenu, loved singing. From when she appeared on the scene in the 80s, the elegant stallion did what she loved best – singing – and like a true star, she drew the curtain on her her earthly journey singing.

According to reports, Onyeka’s final performance was at the birthday celebration of Mrs. Stella Okoli on Tuesday night, shortly before her passing at the age of 72.

She reportedly died at the Reddington Hospital in Lagos after slumping at the birthday party of Mrs Stella Okoli.

An eyewitness who was at the party confirmed the news.

The eyewitness said, “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.”

Tinubu Mourns
Meanwhile, President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the family of the late legendary singer, songwriter, actor, and politician, Onyeka Onwenu.

Tinubu’s condolence was contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, titled ‘President Tinubu Mourns Iconic Artiste, Onyeka Onwenu’, on Wednesday.

Onyeka Onwenu’s last stage act

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

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

“Ms Onwenu lives on in her immortal masterpieces,” the President stated.