May 12, 2026

Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu Pays Condolence Visit to Family of Late Onyeka Onwenu

By Muhammad A. Aliyu

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has paid a condolence visit to the family of the legendary Nigerian singer and actress, Onyeka Onwenu, who passed away on July 30 at the age of 72.

The visit took place on Saturday, as the governor expressed his deep sympathies to the grieving family.

Sanwo-Olu announced the visit on X.com, sharing photos and a heartfelt message. He wrote, “I visited the family of the late Onyeka Onwenu to extend my heartfelt condolences. Her extraordinary life and the lasting impact she made with her timeless songs have solidified her legacy.”

He continued, “The vibrant spirit she embodied and the joy she shared through her artistry will always remain in our hearts. May God grant her family the strength to endure this loss and the comfort to cherish and honour the remarkable legacy she leaves behind.”

Onyeka Onwenu, a celebrated figure in Nigeria’s music and film industries, passed away on Tuesday night, July 30, at Reddington Hospital in Lagos.

The tragic event occurred after she collapsed while attending a birthday party.

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