The Nigerian First Lady, Senator Olufemi Tinubu, has mourned a talented singer, Onyeka Onwenu MFR, who passed away yesterday.
She sent her condolence message in a statement personally signed and made available through her Media Group on Wednesday.
The statement read, “I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of “The Elegant Stallion”, Onyeka Onwenu, MFR, especially as I still interacted with her not too long ago during the event to celebrate Mothers of our Nation, on the 25th of May, 2024.
“Her extraordinary talent, creativity and contributions to unity and African values exemplified in her iconic song “One Love Keep Us Together,” have left an indelible mark on the world of music, not only in Nigeria but across the world.
“My thoughts and prayers are with her family, associates, and friends during this period of grief. May the Lord God grant them the strength to bear this painful and irreplaceable loss.
“She left us doing what she loved.
“May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace.”
