Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu visited the family of late Nigerian music legend Onyeka Onwenu, who passed away on July 30, 2024. Sanwo-Olu expressed condolences and praised Onwenu's enduring impact on Nigerian music and culture, offering support to her family during this difficult time.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu recently paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Nigerian music icon Onyeka Onwenu, who passed away on July 30, 2024, at the age of 72. Onwenu, renowned for her influential contributions to Nigerian music and film, tragically died after collapsing at a birthday party.
Governor Sanwo-Olu extended his heartfelt condolences to the grieving family, acknowledging Onwenu’s profound impact on the cultural landscape with her timeless music. He praised her vibrant spirit and enduring legacy, offering prayers for her family to find strength and comfort during this difficult time. The Governor’s visit was accompanied by a message on social media, where he highlighted Onwenu’s extraordinary life and the joy she brought through her artistry.
The public has responded with a mixture of grief and respect, reflecting on the singer's significant contributions to Nigerian culture and expressing condolences for the loss.
