Obaseki Mourns Onyeka Onwenu, Praises Her Lifelong Dedication to a Better Nigeria

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has joined millions of people all over the world to mourn the passing of music diva, Onyeka Onwenu, whom he noted “wore many caps elegantly as a soulful singer, fierce journalist, and conscientious social crusader”.

In his personally signed eulogy on Wednesday, Governor Obaseki, who commiserated with her family, friends and associates, wrote: “I am deeply saddened by the news of the passing of one of Nigeria’s most versatile music exports, Dr. Onyeka Onwenu.

“Onwenu was a gift to her generation. Sonorous, enigmatic, and enchanting. Hers was a gift well-deserving as she serenaded all with a rare facility with her voice, soothing the old and the young with melodious, evergreen tunes. Onwenu performed excellently as a conscious musician, as she laced her music with nuggets for social revival.

“She wore many caps elegantly as a soulful singer, fierce journalist, and conscientious social crusader. Her desire for a better Nigeria was evident in the passion she infused in the many avenues she used in agitating for a more prosperous nation.

“It is sad that we lost her at a time when we needed role models like her to inspire Nigerian youths, who would have benefited from her experience and insight garnered as an active character in different hues of the Nigerian experience. We will miss her elegance, candour, and infectious charm.

“I commiserate with the Onwenu family, friends, and associates and pray that God will grant all the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.