Onyeka Onwenu laid to rest in Lagos; Obi, Otti, Tee Mac, others attend (See pictures)

By Oladele Eniola

Lagos, Aug. 30, 2024

Legendary music icon, Onyeka Onwenu, has been laid to rest  in Lagos.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Onwenu, popularly know as the “Elegant Stallion”, died on July 30, after collapsing at an event.

The funeral service held on Friday at the Fountain of Life Church, Ilupeju, and was followed by a private burial ceremony at Ebony Vaults in Ikoyi.

Family, friends and well wishers paid their last respects as the late singer’s body was lowered to the grave.

Abraham and Tijani Ogunlende, sons of the late singer, expressed their gratitude for the love and support from the public.

They described their mother as a national treasure who impacted many lives through her music and various works.

NAN reports that prominent figures including Mr. Peter Obi, a former presidential candidate, Gov. Alex Otti of Abia, celebrated flutist, Tee Mac Omatshola Iseli, amongst others, attended the burial.