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The legendary Nigerian musician and actress Onyeka Onwenu passed away on Tuesday, July 30, in Lagos.
Naija News reports that the music icon, affectionately known as the ‘Elegant Stallion,’ reportedly collapsed while performing at the 80th birthday celebration of Stella Okolie, the Chief Executive Officer of Emzor Pharmaceuticals, and was later pronounced dead at Reddington Hospital in Victoria Island, Lagos.
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The legendary Nigerian musician and actress Onyeka Onwenu passed away on Tuesday, July 30, in Lagos.
Naija News reports that the music icon, affectionately known as the ‘Elegant Stallion,’ reportedly collapsed while performing at the 80th birthday celebration of Stella Okolie, the Chief Executive Officer of Emzor Pharmaceuticals, and was later pronounced dead at Reddington Hospital in Victoria Island, Lagos.
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Here are 15 key facts about the life and legacy of Onyeka Onwenu:
1. Early Life: Onyeka Onwenu was born on January 31, 1952, to the family of Nigerian educationist and politician D. K. Onwenu.
2. Tragic Loss: She experienced a significant loss early in life when her father died in an auto accident when she was just four years old. This tragedy occurred a week before he was set to become the Minister for Education.
3. Education: Onwenu pursued higher education in the United States, earning a BA in International Relations and Communication from Wellesley College, Massachusetts, and an MA in Media Studies from The New School for Social Research in New York.
4. Early Career: Before returning to Nigeria, she worked for the United Nations as a tour guide. In 1980, she came back to Nigeria to fulfill her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) obligations with the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) in Lagos.
5. Documentary Work: While at the NTA, Onwenu produced the critically acclaimed documentary “Nigeria: A Squandering of Riches” for the BBC/NTA in 1984, highlighting corruption in Nigeria.
6. Music Career: She began her music career in 1981 while still working with NTA, releasing her debut album, “For the Love of You.”
7. Musical Evolution: Onwenu initially started as a secular artist but transitioned to gospel music in the 1990s, writing most of her songs herself.
8. Acting Debut: Her acting career took off with her debut role as Joke, a childless woman who adopts an abandoned baby in the film “Nightmare” by Zik Zulu Okafor.
9. Nollywood Fame: Onwenu appeared in numerous Nollywood films, earning the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in 2006 for her role in “Widow’s Cot.”
10. Recent Roles: Her recent notable screen appearances include roles in the 2014 film “Half of a Yellow Sun” alongside Chiwetel Ejiofor and Thandiwe Newton, and “Lionheart” in 2018.
11. Political Involvement: Onwenu was actively involved in politics as a member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). -
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8:13, July 31st,2024
Legendary Nigerian singer, politician and actress, Onyeka Onwenu has died at the age of 72. Our reporters who witnessed the incident said she slumped after an impressive performance at the birthday party of Stella Okoli in Lagos, on Tuesday
Onyeka Onwenu, 72, has died after collapsing suddenly following a performance at a birthday celebration.
In a distressing loss to the Nigerian entertainment industry, legendary singer and actress Onyeka Onwenu has passed away at the age of 72.
The news broke late Tuesday night, following her sudden collapse at a birthday celebration for Mrs. Stella Okoli.
According to reports, Onwenu, who had just delivered a captivating performance at the event, collapsed shortly after her set.
Eyewitnesses at the party reported that she was rushed to Reddington Hospital in Lagos, but despite medical efforts, she could not be saved.
“It is very sad. Onyeka Onwenu just performed at the birthday of Mrs. Stella Okoli today (Tuesday, July 30, 2024), and after performing, she slumped. She was taken to Reddington Hospital and she couldn’t make it,” an eyewitness said
As at the time of this report, the singer’s family has not yet made an official announcement regarding her death.
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Onwenu’s remarkable career spanned decades, leaving an indelible mark on the Nigerian music and film industries.
Her acclaimed albums, including In The Morning Light and Dancing In The Sun, showcased her extraordinary talent and contributed significantly to the rich tapestry of Nigerian music.
In addition to her musical success, she was also celebrated for her roles in prominent films such as Half of a Yellow Sun and Lionheart.
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NATIONWIDE PROTEST: INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF POLICE, WIKE SPEAK/ATIKU SENDS WARNING, BLASTS TINUBU’S GOVERNMENT.
The Nigeria Labour Congress has denied reports that it has withdrawn from the planned nationwide protest against economic hardship scheduled for August 1.
The NLC President, Joe Ajaero, said the union cannot withdraw from a protest that it did not organise.
This was contained in a Tuesday press release signed by Ajaero titled, ‘The Nigeria Labour Congress cannot withdraw from a protest that it did not organise.’
“A news report of the withdrawal of the Nigeria Labour Congress from the widely discussed national protest has been brought to our attention. The Nigeria Labour Congress debunks such a story as patently false.
“The truth is that the Nigeria Labour Congress cannot withdraw from a protest that it did not organise. It is only the organisers of the speculated national protest that can decide to pull out or continue with the protest,” Ajaero said.
Ajaero explained that the NLC has a structured decision-making process, which includes internal trade union mechanisms and leadership approval, that guides its industrial actions, such as protests, to ensure consideration before taking action.
“Yet, the fact that the Nigeria Labour Congress is not the body organising the protest does not mean that Organised Labour is oblivious of the dire living conditions Nigerians have been subjected to by the harsh economic policies of government,” he clarified.
He said the NLC is standing in solidarity with the Nigerian people in these “trying and excruciating times.”
Ajaero also called on President Bola Tinubu to invite the leaders of the protest movement to dialogue on their demands.
“Once again, we implore the Federal Government and the sub-national governments to listen to the cries of the Nigerian people and do the needful. After all, it is said that the voice of the people is the voice of God,” he said.
The planned protest has gained traction on social media, where it is trending under the hashtags ‘#EndBadGovernance,’ ‘#TinubuMustGo’ and ‘#Revolution2024.’
The Presidency and police authorities have called on youths to abandon the plan
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Simon Gadzama: as you have chop belly full na so you want him to do to others.na lie .we no go agree
Buddez: .wayo govt. They’ll continue lying and trying to manipulate the system. criminals in power
Eric Obi Thomas: Propaganda criminals that call themselves government
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THANK YOU FOR CLARIFICATION!
UNFOUNDED PROCLAMATIONS; WE MUST SHOW OUR DISPLEASURE OVER PRESENT ECONOMIC DISASTER.
I JUST PRAY WE ARE NOT PUSHED INTO CANNIBALISM!
IT WOULD BE DISASTROUS!
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NATIONWIDE PROTEST: INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF POLICE, WIKE SPEAK/ATIKU SENDS WARNING, BLASTS TINUBU’S GOVERNMENT.
The Nigeria Labour Congress has denied reports that it has withdrawn from the planned nationwide protest against economic hardship scheduled for August 1.
The NLC President, Joe Ajaero, said the union cannot withdraw from a protest that it did not organise.
This was contained in a Tuesday press release signed by Ajaero titled, ‘The Nigeria Labour Congress cannot withdraw from a protest that it did not organise.’
“A news report of the withdrawal of the Nigeria Labour Congress from the widely discussed national protest has been brought to our attention. The Nigeria Labour Congress debunks such a story as patently false.
“The truth is that the Nigeria Labour Congress cannot withdraw from a protest that it did not organise. It is only the organisers of the speculated national protest that can decide to pull out or continue with the protest,” Ajaero said.
Ajaero explained that the NLC has a structured decision-making process, which includes internal trade union mechanisms and leadership approval, that guides its industrial actions, such as protests, to ensure consideration before taking action.
“Yet, the fact that the Nigeria Labour Congress is not the body organising the protest does not mean that Organised Labour is oblivious of the dire living conditions Nigerians have been subjected to by the harsh economic policies of government,” he clarified.
He said the NLC is standing in solidarity with the Nigerian people in these “trying and excruciating times.”
Ajaero also called on President Bola Tinubu to invite the leaders of the protest movement to dialogue on their demands.
“Once again, we implore the Federal Government and the sub-national governments to listen to the cries of the Nigerian people and do the needful. After all, it is said that the voice of the people is the voice of God,” he said.
The planned protest has gained traction on social media, where it is trending under the hashtags ‘#EndBadGovernance,’ ‘#TinubuMustGo’ and ‘#Revolution2024.’
The Presidency and police authorities have called on youths to abandon the plan
Comments:
Sunny jelde: he has collected money for his elder brother jagaban OGA go and see down Nigeria Beyond politics the time is now
Simon Gadzama: as you have chop belly full na so you want him to do to others.na lie .we no go agree
Buddez: .wayo govt. They’ll continue lying and trying to manipulate the system. criminals in power
Eric Obi Thomas: Propaganda criminals that call themselves government
Ajeshola Michael:
THANK YOU FOR CLARIFICATION!
UNFOUNDED PROCLAMATIONS; WE MUST SHOW OUR DISPLEASURE OVER PRESENT ECONOMIC DISASTER.
I JUST PRAY WE ARE NOT PUSHED INTO CANNIBALISM!
IT WOULD BE DISASTROUS!
THAT BAD! -
Court Orders INEC To Prosecute Governors, Deputies Over Election Violence
Runsewe Ayomide mary July 21, 2024
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All Dew News report that “The immediate enforcement and implementation of the judgment by INEC will be a victory for the rule of law, fair, representative and violent-free elections in Nigeria. It would also advance Nigerians’ right to freely participate in their own government.”
“By immediately complying with the judgment, you will show Nigerians that the electoral body is willing and able to end many years of brazen impunity for electoral offences in the country.
“Immediately implementing the judgment will restore public trust and confidence in Nigeria’s electoral process. It will also ensure compliance with constitutional provisions, international standards and the Electoral Act.”
“SERAP trusts that you will see compliance with this judgment as a central aspect of electoral reform, and an important opportunity for INEC to assert its independence and authority. We therefore look forward to your positive response and action on the judgment.”
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Report at 5:30, 22nd July,2024.
FG DECLARES END HIGH FUEL PRICES TARGET TO REDUCE FUEL PRICES TO N230 PER KILOGRAM.
The Nigerian government has announced that the era of high fuel prices is over, with the introduction of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as a cost-effective and sustainable alternative fuel for transportation. The government plans to commission 30,000 CNG-powered vehicles within the next 90 days, with a long-term target of distributing one million conversion kits.
According to All Dew news report, Michael Oluwagbemi, Project Director and CEO of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative, the government has purchased 30,000 conversion kits, valued at N1.2 million per vehicle, to be distributed for free nationwide. This initiative aims to promote the adoption of CNG and reduce fuel prices, which are currently ranging from N750 to N1000 per liter.
Oluwagbemi assured Nigerians that with the adoption of CNG, fuel prices would significantly decrease, stating that “the era of buying N750, N800, or N1,000 per liter fuel is over.” The government’s target is to reduce fuel prices to N230 per kilogram, making transportation more affordable for citizens. This initiative aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s directive to alleviate the impact of the recent fuel subsidy removal.”
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