Genevieve Nnaji has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Onyeka Onwenu, a legendary singer, songwriter, and actress who passed away on Wednesday.
Naija traffic reported on Wednesday that Onwenu reportedly collapsed after performing at a birthday party in Lagos and was rushed to Reddington Hospital, where she was pronounced dead.Tears as legendary singer Onyeka Onwenu dies at 72 after performing at Lagos event.
According to sources, she had taken the stage to perform, returned to her seat, and suddenly slumped, prompting emergency services to be called. She was later confirmed dead at the hospital on Victoria Island.
Genevieve Nnaji paid a heartfelt tribute to Onyeka Onwenu on her Instagram story, praising the late legend’s powerful voice that resonated with everyone.
Genevieve shared that her movie, Lion Heart, was inspired by a desire to honor Onyeka and other childhood heroes. She expressed gratitude for the opportunity to share moments with Onyeka, creating iconic memories that will forever be etched in her mind.
Genevieve confessed that writing the tribute made her confront the reality of Onyeka’s passing, causing her tears to flow, and acknowledging that it wasn’t just a bad dream she would wake up from.
“She wrote
Today, we mourn the passing of an icon, a legend whose voice and presence have resonated deeply with us all – Onyeka Onwenu.
I’m better at expressing myself through my art. “Lion Heart was born out of a desire to honour and give flowers to the legends that made my childhood becomes memorable whilst they were still with us. I am so grateful she accorded me the opportunity, honour and privilege to share time and space with her. We created iconic moments that will forever be entrenched in my mind and photo memories.
My tears won’t stop falling because writing this tribute means I can’t live in delusion for a few more hours. That this is not a bad dream I will be waking up from.
My heart and deepest condolences to her family, loved ones and to her fans all over the world.
Rest in peace, Onyeka Onwenu.
Your legacy will never be forgotten.
With all my love and respect”.
Several celebrities have joined Genevieve Nnaji in mourning the loss of Onyeka Onwenu.
Omawumi led the tributes with a candlelight photo and a heartbroken emoji, while Regina Askia posted a picture of Onyeka on her Instagram page, also expressing her sadness.
Additionally, Fuji singer Malaika offered a prayer for Onyeka’s soul to rest in peace, as the news of her passing continues to resonate with the entertainment industry.
