By Ochogwu Sunday Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, on Wednesday revealed that late singer, Onyeka Onwen...
By Ochogwu Sunday
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter
Obi, on Wednesday revealed that late singer, Onyeka Onwenu, died in his
presence in Lagos.
DAILY POST had reported that Onyeka Onwenu died on Tuesday
night after attending the birthday ceremony of Stella Okoli, Managing Director
of Emzor Pharmaceuticals.
Obi in a post on his official X handle said the singer
collapsed at the event after a beautiful performance of her iconic songs and
was rushed to a hospital in Victoria Island, Lagos.
He said despite the efforts of the medical personnel, the
singer was unfortunately pronounced dead after about two hours.
Obi stated that it was a devastating moment for him
witnessing the “tragic event that will forever be etched in my memory”.
“I was present at the event where the iconic song star,
Onyeka Onwenu, performed a couple of her songs ending up with her famous song,
‘One Love Keep Us Together’.
“It was a beautiful performance, but little did we know it
would be her final bow. Just about a few minutes after her performance, she sat
down and drank some water and immediately collapsed, and was rushed to the hospital.
“I followed her to the hospital. I watched in pain as the
doctors and medical staff fought tirelessly and battled to save her life, doing
everything possible to bring her back to life but eventually came out with the
sad news that she was gone. Despite their valiant efforts, she sadly passed
away after over two hours of intense struggle.”
The former Anambra State governor extended his condolences
to the family and associates of the deceased.
“My heart goes out to her children and family, friends, and
loved ones during this difficult time. May we find the strength and courage to
bear this irreparable loss,” he added.
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