Onyeka Onwenu
21 Dec
“Her opinions were mostly straightforward - No cheating, no lying, I loved her for that,” said Tee Mac Iseli, Nigerian musician and former president of Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria.
31 Aug
The Rose of Sharon Foundation (ROSF), recently, paid tribute to the late Onyeka Onwenu, popularly known as the ‘Elegant Stallion’, with a moving ‘Evening of Songs’.
30 Aug
Today, the Nigerian music industry mourns the loss of one of its most iconic figures, Onyeka Onwenu. The "Elegant Stallion," as she was affectionately known, was laid to rest after a touching funeral service at the Fountain of Life Church, Ilupeju, Lagos. Onwenu, who passed away on July 30 at Reddington Hospital, Ikeja, left an…
9 Aug
The sudden death of Onyeka Onwenu touched many Nigerians across the country and beyond mainly due to her multifaceted status which facilitated her easy identification with people across diverse interests.
8 Aug
American-based Lawyer and Public Affairs Commentator, High Chief Owolabi Salis has joined millions of Nigerians at home and abroad in mourning Ms. Onyeka Onwenu, the celebrated songstress, who passed on to Glory recently. The Ikorodu-born Lagosian who also holds the title of Onyema Ndigbo Gburugburu of Etiti Mgboko, in Abia State, described her exit as…
3 Aug
The children of late Nigerian singer and journalist Onyeka Onwenu, have expressed their gratitude to Nigerians for the outpouring of love and grief following their mother's passing. Onwenu, known as the "Elegant Stallion," tragically slumped and died shortly after a private performance in Lagos on Tuesday, July 31, 2024. She was 72 years old. A…
3 Aug
Suddenly, the beat stopped at 72 for legendary singer, songwriter and actress, Onyeka Onwenu, popularly known as ‘The Elegant Stallion’, she reportedly died on Tuesday evening, July 30 at the Reddington Hospital, Victoria Island, Lagos.
3 Aug
Condolences have continued to pour in for the late music star, actress and broadcast journalist, Onyeka Onwenu, who slumped and died shortly after a performance at a birthday celebration on Tuesday.
1 Aug
Suddenly, the beat has stopped at 72 for legendary singer, songwriter and actress, Onyeka Onwenu, popularly known as the ‘elegant stallion’, as she reportedly died on Tuesday evening, July 30 at the Reddington
31 Jul
The Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, says Onyeka Onwenu's death has thrown him off balance. Writing on his X handle, Obi said he watched as doctors battled in vain to save her life after her elegant performance on stage. "She left us with a striking song in…
31 Jul
The children of late singer, Onyeka Onwenu, have described their mother as a beacon of inspiration and love, following her sudden death on July 30. "Our mother, Onyeka Onwenu, was a beacon of inspiration and love. Her sudden demise has left us heartbroken," Abraham and Tijani Ogunlende said in an appreciation post on Wednesday. The…
31 Jul
Onyeka Onwenu, the "Elegant Stallion" of Nigerian music and cinema, sadly passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. The singer slumped and died shortly after performing at a birthday party in Lagos. As we reflect on Onyeka Onwenu's remarkable career, we are reminded of the undeniable impact she left on the Nigerian entertainment industry. Her…
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