Renowned Nigerian singer and actress Onyeka Onwenu has reportedly passed away at the age of 72. Onwenu was said to have died on Tuesday night at Reddington Hospital in Lagos after collapsing at the birthday party of Mrs. Stella Okoli.
According to a report by TheNiche, an eyewitness at the event confirmed the tragic news. “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. She was taken to Reddington Hospital and she couldn’t make it,” the eyewitness recounted.
As of press time, Onwenu’s family has not yet made an official announcement regarding her death.
Onyeka Onwenu will be remembered for her impactful music career, with albums such as “In The Morning Light” and “Dancing In The Sun.” She also made notable appearances in films like “Half of a Yellow Sun” and “Lionheart.”
