Nigerian music legend, songwriter and actress Onyeka Onwenu is dead.
Onyeka Onwenu popularly known as “Elegant Stallion” died at the age of 72.
She reportedly collapsed after performing at the 80th birthday party of Stella Okolie, chief executive officer of Emzor Pharmaceuticals, on Tuesday.
Onyeka was said to have been taken to Reddington Hospital, where she unfortunately kicked the bucket.
A source at the event who confirmed the tragic news 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. She was taken to Reddington Hospital and she couldn’t make it.”
Born on January 31, 1952, Onyeka Onwenu was more than just a singer. She was a politician and rights activist, having served as the chairperson of the Imo State Council for Arts and Culture.
In 2011, she was awarded the National Honour of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR).