- The day finally came when Onyeka Onwenu, one of the most remarkable entertainers to ever grace the stage, was laid to rest in Lagos, and the ceremony was filled with heart-wrenching scenes.
- From every corner of the country, political heavyweights gathered, standing alongside her bereaved family, each one paying their respects and offering tearful goodbyes to the beloved icon whose voice and presence had touched so many lives.
Nigeria bids a tearful farewell to one of its most cherished music icons, Onyeka Onwenu, affectionately known as the “Elegant Stallion,” as she was laid to rest in a deeply moving ceremony in Lagos.
The final chapter of her storied life unfolded at the Fountain of Life Church in Ilupeju, where friends, family, and fans gathered to honor the memory of a woman whose voice had resonated far beyond the realms of music.
The funeral service, marked by powerful tributes and emotional eulogies, painted a picture of a life lived with grace and purpose.
Videos capturing the solemn proceedings flooded social media, showing grieving moments at the church and the private burial that followed at a serene vault in Ikoyi.
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In attendance were some of Nigeria’s most influential figures, including former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and the Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, who were seen offering their condolences and sharing in the profound grief that hung heavy in the air.
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Onwenu’s legacy is a tapestry woven with threads of multiple talents and passions. She was not just a legendary musician with countless hits to her name, but also a respected broadcaster, a gifted actress, a courageous politician, and a relentless activist.
Her untimely passing on July 30, 2024, at Reddington Hospital in Ikeja, after she tragically collapsed at an event honoring Dr. Stella Okoli, the Managing Director of Emzor Pharmaceuticals, sent shockwaves through the nation and beyond.
She leaves behind a void that can never truly be filled, survived by her two devoted sons who, like the rest of us, will forever carry the torch of her remarkable spirit.