Governor Sanwo-Olu Offers Condolences to Onyeka Onwenu’s Family

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu recently visited the family of the late Onyeka Onwenu, the celebrated Nigerian singer and actress who passed away on July 30 at the age of 72.

Sanwo-Olu announced the visit on X.com on Saturday, sharing photos from the condolence call. He wrote, “I visited the family of the late Onyeka Onwenu to extend my heartfelt condolences.”

He continued, “Her extraordinary life and the lasting impact she made with her timeless songs have solidified her legacy.”

“The vibrant spirit she embodied and the joy she shared through her artistry will always remain in our hearts,” Sanwo-Olu added.

He concluded with a heartfelt wish for the family, stating, “May God grant her family the strength to endure this loss and the comfort to cherish and honor the remarkable legacy she leaves behind.”

Onwenu, known for her influential contributions to Nigerian music and film, passed away on Tuesday night, July 30, at Reddington Hospital in Lagos after collapsing at a birthday party.