- – Legendary singer Onyeka Onwenu unexpectedly died on July 30, 2024, shortly after performing at a high-profile birthday party for Emzor Pharmaceuticals CEO, Stella Okoli.
- – Peter Obi accompanied Onwenu to Reddington Hospital, where doctors worked tirelessly for two hours but were unable to save her.
- – Onwenu’s death shocked many and cast a shadow over the event, leaving a significant void in Nigeria’s music and cultural scene
Nigerian politician and former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has revealed details about the final moments of legendary singer Onyeka Onwenu with netizens. Onwenu’s sudden death on July 30, 2024, came as a shock to many, particularly because it happened just after she had performed at a high-profile birthday party.
Final Performance and Sudden Tragedy
The event took place at the birthday celebration for Emzor Pharmaceuticals CEO, Stella Okoli. The celebration was a grand affair graced by numerous dignitaries, including Peter Obi. Onyeka Onwenu, known for her soulful voice and charismatic stage presence, delivered a memorable performance that evening.
In a heartfelt message shared on his official Twitter page, Peter Obi recounted that right after her performance, Onwenu sat down to rest, drank some water, and then unexpectedly collapsed. Obi explained that the event turned tragic within moments, marking a scene that would remain vivid in his memory.
Desperate Attempts to Save Onyeka Onwenu
Peter Obi didn’t just stay as an observer; he immediately acted. He left the party and accompanied Onwenu to Reddington Hospital in Victoria Island, Lagos, in a desperate attempt to save her life. At the hospital, doctors worked tirelessly to revive the singer but were unfortunately unsuccessful.
Obi described the harrowing experience, noting that the medical team spent two hours in intense efforts to save her. Despite the doctors’ best attempts, Onyeka Onwenu was pronounced dead, leaving behind a legacy and a void in the Nigerian music and cultural scene.
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This tragic loss has cast a shadow on the memory of what was intended to be a joyous event and has left many, including Peter Obi, mourning a beloved figure who had touched many lives with her music.
See Peter Obi’s post HERE
