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00:00Nigerian music activist Onyeka Onwenu, who reportedly died after she slumped at a birthday
00:04party in Lagos State on Tuesday night, had in an interview with Premium Times in 2021,
00:09explained how she wants to be buried. Onyeka Onwenu reportedly passed on after her performance
00:13at Stella Chinyelu Okoli's 80th birthday bash shortly after which she slumped and died at the
00:17hospital. Details of the 2021 interview she had with Premium Times in 2021 is reported excelled
00:22as captured by Punch Newspaper. In a reflection shared three years ago, veteran Nigerian singer
00:27and actress Onyeka Onwenu revealed her wishes for how she would like to be remembered and buried.
00:31Do it quickly, quietly and privately, Onwenu wrote in an opinion piece on Premium Times in 2021,
00:37emphasizing that her burial should be devoid of unnecessary fanfare. She urged her loved ones to
00:42mourn, yes but not excessively, and to instead focus on celebrating her life with prayers and
00:47light-hearted moments. Celebrate me with prayers, lunch or dinner afterwards. Share some jokers
00:52about me and laugh. Make merriment and then go about your business. If my friends want to celebrate
00:57me, they should do so while I am alive, so that I can enjoy it with them, not when I am gone and
01:02have no idea about this. That is me Onyeka Onwenu, she said. In her statement, Onwenu also touched
01:08on broader cultural practices, condemning the lavish display of wealth often seen at Nigerian
01:12burials. She contrasted her own wishes with the extravagant funeral of Obi Kibana's mother,
01:17which sparked widespread debate across the country. I am very uncomfortable with the
01:21lavish display of wealth on any occasion, especially in a time of hardship and lack
01:25for most others, she remarked, calling for more modest and meaningful ways to honor the deceased.
01:30Onwenu has had a multifaceted career, working in music, film, advocacy, journalism and politics.
01:36She has held various roles, including chairing the Imo State Council for Arts and Culture and
01:40Georgian on the X Factor series. Her music and writings have been widely recognized,
01:45with notable songs including One Love and You and I. She is also the author of the book
01:50My Father's Daughter, an autobiography. We had earlier reported that one of the notable Nigerian
01:55writers and music icons that have played a vital role in the advancement of the country,
01:59Onyeka Onwenu has been reported dead after she slumped at a friend's birthday party on Tuesday
02:03night in Lagos State. The legendary Nigerian singer, writer and actress, Onyeka Onwenu
02:08reportedly died at the age of 72. She was said to have died on Tuesday night at the Reddington
02:13Hospital in Lagos after slumping at the birthday party of Mrs. Stella Okoni.
02:16Silicon News Media, according to PUNCH newspaper, reported that an eyewitness who was at the party
02:21confirmed the news. It is very sad, Onyeka Onwenu just performed at the birthday of Mrs. Stella
02:26Okoni today, Tuesday, July 30, 2024, and after performing, she slumped. However, the deceased
02:32family has yet to announce her death as of press time. Onwenu will be remembered for her music
02:36albums such as In the Morning Light and Dancing in the Sun. She also featured in the half of
02:42Yellow Sun and Lion's Heart, among others. Rino Omokri, former presidential spokesperson on
02:47New Media in a message few hours ago said, I am heartbroken at the news of the death of veteran
02:51singer, broadcaster, and actress, Onyeka Onwenu, at 72. I knew her, and we bonded over my love for
02:58her music, which added value to my early years. It was one of the greatest honors of my life to
03:03collaborate with her and Panam Parsifal on a charity single I executive, Light Produced.
03:08She was called the elegant stallion for a reason, and the reason is that she elevated
03:12music and artistry with her natural charm and stage presence. Onyeka Onwenu was a great asset
03:17to Nigeria and a significant star on the African continent and beyond. She will be greatly missed.
03:22May her soul rest in peace. Onyeka Onwenu, January 31, 1952 to July 31, 2024,
03:28gone but never to be forgotten. Koike Media in a Facebook post also said, Onyeka Onwenu
03:341984 documentary of Nigeria will help you to understand that Nigeria has been barred from
03:38time immemorial and cannot be fixed. All movie gist said, Onyeka Onwenu was a multi-talented
03:43star whose legacy will forever shine in Hollywood and the music industry. Her unforgettable roles
03:48in films like Women's Court, Rising Moon, Half of a Yellow Sun, and Lionheart are just a few
03:53examples of her incredible talent and contributions to the industry. Additionally, her music touched
03:58many hearts, blending soulful melodies with meaningful lyrics. She will always be remembered
04:03for her vibrant spirit, immense talent, and the beautiful songs she gifted us.
04:07Rest in peace, Onyeka. Your legacy lives on. Onyeka Onwenu, born on May 31, 1952,
04:13had a career that spanned over four decades. She was not only a renowned singer and songwriter,
04:18but also an actress, journalist, and politician. Her first album with Polygram,
04:23In the Morning Light, was released in 1984. Some of her most popular songs include One Love,
04:29Iyogogu, and Gekuin.