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Photos: Music Icon, Onyeka Onwenu, Buried In Lagos

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Nigerian music legend, Onyeka Onwenu, known as the “Elegant Stallion,” has been laid to rest in Lagos.

The artiste died on July 30, 2024, at Reddington Hospital, Ikeja, after collapsing at an event honouring the Managing Director of Emzor Pharmaceuticals, Dr Stella Okoli.

The funeral service of the late musician was held at the Fountain of Life Church in Ilupeju area of Lagos on Friday which was later followed by a private burial at a vault in Ikoyi.

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Onwenu had slumped after an impressive performance at Stella Okoli’s birthday party in Lagos on July 30.

The legendary singer was then rushed to the Reddington Hospital in Lagos, where she passed on.

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State, former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi and other dignitaries attended the funeral service.

In his tribute after the burial, Peter Obi hailed late Onwenu as a national treasure who believed in united and progressive Nigeria.

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“Late Onyeka Onwenu remained a national treasure, who believed in a more united and progressive Nigeria. In her last performance on stage before the tragic incident that fateful day, she sang her popular song, “One Love Keep Us Together”, and this bears significant testament to her belief while she lived here on earth.

“Once again, I like to extend my condolences to her children, family, friends, loved ones, and all of us, during this difficult time. May we all find the strength and courage to bear her sad irreplaceable loss. May God grant her eternal rest and protect, and bless her family always,” Obi said in a post on his X handle.

Onyeka Onwenu was born in 1952 in Obosi, Anambra State, Nigeria. She began her music career in the 1980s and released her debut album, “For the Love of You,” in 1981. She has since released numerous albums and singles, including the hit song “One Love.”

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Onwenu has also acted in several Nollywood films and has won numerous awards for her contributions to music and film. She has been recognised as one of the pioneers of Nigerian music.

In addition to her entertainment career, Onwenu has also been involved in politics. She was appointed as the Chairperson of the Imo State Council for Arts and Culture in 2013 and later became the Director-General of the National Centre for Women Development in 2016.

Onwenu has been recognised for her contributions to the Nigerian society, including being awarded the National Honours of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) in 2011.

 

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EniOluwa Bids Emotional Goodbye As Priscilla Ojo Weds Juma Jux

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Fashion influencer Enioluwa Adeoluwa has said an emotional goodbye to his dearest friend, Priscilla Ojo, as she marries her heartthrob, Juma Jux.

Yesterday, Priscilla Ojo tied the knot with her Tanzanian boo Juma Jux according to his customs and traditions.

The wedding was the talk of the internet as many gush over the highly anticipated union.

Letting go of his dearest friend, Enioluwa wrote an emotional letter on his Instagram page, celebrating their beautiful friendship.

He recalled how he always anticipated her calls, their endless chats and gossip and the moment she told him about her husband.

A proud Enioluwa told Priscilla Ojo to take her lover’s hands, hold onto him forever and take cheerful steps in their marriage.

However, he urged her not to forget him because he would always be there for her and just a call away.

“The most beautiful thing about friendship is that the laughter never stops.

One day, you’re in your room when your phone lights up with a call from your best friend. The moment you see her name, you’re already smiling—laughing, even, because that’s what we’ve always done. You know she’s about to spill every detail about this trip she’s on.

You answer, expecting the usual excitement, but there’s something different in her voice. Then she says it: “I think I’ve found him.”

I laugh, of course. She can’t possibly be serious.

But then, I see it—the way your eyes soften when you speak about him, the way your heart, so full of life, finds a rhythm that finally makes sense. I laughed when you first brought him home. I laughed when you said you were getting married. And now, as this moment unfolds, my laughter has turned into something deeper, something richer—JOY

@its.priscy my heart is full of joy for you. Our laughter has turned into joy. You have brought so much happiness into all our lives, and now I’m a little jealous—because @juma_jux will get to experience that joy every single day. That joy you bring, that no one else brings. How beautiful it is to witness your love. How precious it is to behold.

And now, I truly know—you have found him.

So take his hand, my baby girl.
Be his wife forevermore.
The time has come for you to step into this new chapter.
Wipe your tears, let your heart be light, and never be afraid.

And never forget—I am always right here.
Always just a call away.
Always just a laugh away.

With all my love, always,
Your best friend,
Eni.

 

 

 

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Ogun Slams Portable Over Alleged Assault Of Officials

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The Ogun State Government has warned Hip-hop artiste, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable against what it described as his habit of assaulting government officials without provocation.

Portable has never shied away from controversies since his break-out song ”Zazuu Zeh” from picking fights with any of his baby mamas or a show promoter to his arrest by the Police.

A statement issued and signed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade on Friday condemned Wednesday’s assault on officials of the state Planning and Development Permit Authority by miscreants allegedly under the musician’s hire.

The incident was said to have occurred in the Iyana- Ilogbo area of the State

“We are profoundly taken aback by the unpleasant and uncivil act of the Hip-hop artiste, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable on Wednesday, in Iyana- Ilogbo area of the State where is bar is located” the statement read

“The way in which Portable and some set of miscreants he employed in the dastardly act attacked the officials of the state planning and development permit Authority is not only bizarre but a confirmation of erosion of Omoluabi ethos in those individuals and indeed a great disgrace to the state”

Akinmade said the latest attack orchestrated by Portable and his cohorts against government officials who were on their lawful assignment in the area was unacceptable and barbaric, saying such an indecent act would be addressed in line with the extant law of the land.

He, therefore, reiterated the stance of Governor Dapo Abiodun-led administration to sanitize the state against every unlawful act and entrench decency in all strata, saying the government is serious about the distinct values of Omoluabi ethos at all times.

“Governor Dapo Abiodun totally condemned this primitive and indecent act and reiterated his avowed commitment to a just and egalitarian society as he is ready to make any individual flouting the extant law of the land face the full wrath of the law irrespective of social status and influence “.

 

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Tems Wins Grammy Award For Best African Music Performance

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Nigerian Afrobeats star Tems has secured her second Grammy Award, winning in the Best African Music Performance category at the 67th Recording Academy Awards 2025.

Her hit song Love Me Jeje triumphed in a category dominated by Afrobeats heavyweights, with Chris Brown as the only non-Afrobeats nominee.

Tems faced strong competition from fellow Nigerian artistes, including Burna Boy, Asake, and Wizkid for their collaboration MMS, as well as Yemi Alade and Davido, who featured alongside Lojay on Chris Brown’s Sensational.

This latest achievement further cements Tems’ status as one of Africa’s most celebrated global music icons.

 

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