Popular Nigerian singer-songwriter and actress, Ms Onyeka Onwenu is reportedly dead. According to reports the veteran singer died on Tuesday night, July 30, 2024, after performing at an event at Banana Island, Lagos. She was 72.

It was gathered that Onwenu slumped after performing at the birthday ceremony of Stella Okoli, owner of Emzor Pharmaceuticals. She was rushed to a hospital in Victoria Island where she was confirmed dead, The Guardian Newspaper reported. Her family is yet to confirm the death.

Aside from her career in the arts, Onyeka Onwenu also had a career in politics. She served as chairperson of the Imo State Council for Arts and Culture and the Director-General of the National Centre for Women Development.

Onyeka Onwenu was born in 1952, in Obosi, Anambra State, Nigeria. She began her music career in the 1980s and released her debut album, “For the Love of You,” in 1981. She has since released numerous albums and singles, including the hit song “One Love.”

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