Femi Anikulapo-Kuti mourns Onyeka Onwenu

Renowned afrobeat musician and son of the legendary Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, Femi Anikulapo-Kuti has paid tribute to the late Onyeka Onwenu, expressing his sadness and shock over her passing.

Onwenu, a music icon, collapsed at Stella Okoli’s birthday party and subsequently passed away on Tuesday night at Reddington Hospital in Lagos.

In a heartfelt statement on X.com on Wednesday, Anikulapo-Kuti tweeted, “Shocked, waking up to very sad news of the passing of Mrs Onyeka Onwenu. 🕊️💔🕊️

“Rest in peace Ma. Your beautiful voice will live forever. Condolences to her family and loved ones.”

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