Femi Anikulapo-Kuti, the acclaimed afrobeat musician and son of the legendary Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has paid tribute to the late Onyeka Onwenu, expressing deep sorrow and shock at her unexpected death.
Onwenu, a celebrated music icon, collapsed during Stella Okoli’s birthday celebration and was later pronounced dead on Tuesday night at Reddington Hospital in Lagos.
In a poignant statement on X on Wednesday, Anikulapo-Kuti posted, “Shocked, waking up to very sad news of the passing of Mrs Onyeka Onwenu. 🕊️💔🕊️
“Rest in peace Ma. Your beautiful voice will live forever. Condolences to her family and loved ones.”
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