Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has expressed sadness over the death of music icon Onyeka Onwenu, describing her as a gift to her generation.
Onwenu reportedly died on Tuesday night at Reddington Hospital in Lagos after collapsing at the birthday party of Stella Okoli.
Obaseki, in a press statement on Tuesday, described the late singer as “one of Nigeria’s most versatile music exports.”
According to him, “Onwenu was a gift to her generation—sonorous, enigmatic, and enchanting. Hers was a gift well deserving as she serenaded all with her voice, soothing both the old and the young with melodious, evergreen tunes.
“Onwenu performed excellently as a conscious musician, lacing her music with messages for social revival.
“She wore many hats elegantly as a soulful singer, fierce journalist, and conscientious social crusader.
“Her desire for a better Nigeria was evident in the passion she infused into the many avenues she used to advocate for a more prosperous nation.
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“It is sad that we lost her at a time when we needed role models like her to inspire Nigerian youths, who would have benefited from her experience and insights garnered as an active figure in various aspects of the Nigerian experience.
“We will miss her elegance, candour, and infectious charm. I commiserate with the Onwenu family, friends, and associates and pray that God will grant them the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.”
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