Anita Ogona
- Here’s her words to her children in year “I’ve told my family how I want to be buried. Do it quickly, quietly, and privately. Celebrate me with prayers, lunch or dinner afterward. Share some jokes about me and laugh. Mourn, but not excessively. Make merriment and then go about your business.
“If my friends want to celebrate me, they should do so while I’m alive, so I can enjoy it with them, not when I’m gone and have no idea.” she said.
-Adamazi Onyeka Onwenu (Jan 2022. She passed on July 30, 2024 aged 72)
The celebrated Nigerian singer, actress, media personality, and politician, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday evening. Born on January 17, 1952, Onwenu vibrant life came to a sudden end following a performance at Stella Okoli’s birthday party
Onwenu, often referred to as the “Elegant Stallion,” was a pioneering figure in the Nigerian entertainment industry. Her contributions to music, film, and public service earned her numerous accolades, including an Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in 2006. Her career was marked by a relentless commitment to activism, particularly evident in her 2000 protest against the Nigerian Television Authority over unpaid royalties.
Beyond her artistic achievements, Onwenu was a dedicated advocate for women’s development and cultural preservation in Nigeria. She served in various political roles and was known for her strong stance on human rights.
The Igbo nation mourns the loss of this iconic figure, whose impact transcended the entertainment industry. Onwenu’s death follows the recent passing’s of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu and Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, marking a period of profound loss for the Southeast region of Nigeria.
Onwenu’s legacy as a cherished talent and tireless advocate will continue to inspire future generations.
“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 said.
However, the deceased’s family has yet to announce her death as of press time.
Onwenu will be remembered for her music albums such as In The Morning Light and Dancing In The Sun.
She also featured in the Half of a Yellow Sun and Lions Heart, among others.
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