Last Moments with Onyeka Onwenu: Joke Silva Recalls the Tragic Incident

Veteran Nollywood actress Joke Silva has opened up about her final moments with late singer Onyeka Onwenu, revealing the events that unfolded during her sudden collapse at the 80th birthday party of CEO of Emzor Pharmaceuticals, Stella Okolie.

According to reports, Onyeka Onwenu passed away nearly two hours after she collapsed, contrary to earlier accounts suggesting she died instantly. Silva, who was at the party with Onwenu, shared her first-hand account of the tragic incident in a recent interview with media personality WithChude.

The actress revealed that she and Onyeka Onwenu had been enjoying the celebration, with the singer performing songs, including "One Love". At one point, Onwenu approached Silva and pulled her up to dance, sharing a brief moment of joy. Shortly after, Silva noticed that Onwenu had slumped on her chair and was unconscious, with a pulse still present.

The partygoers, including Silva, immediately performed CPR on Onwenu and called for medical professionals to attend to her. The singer was eventually taken to the hospital, where she spent approximately one and a half hours before passing away.

Silva’s detailed account provides a poignant and intimate glimpse into the moments leading up to Onwenu’s tragic death, highlighting the shock and chaos that ensued as party guests scrambled to respond to the emergency.

Onyeka Onwenu’s passing has sent shockwaves throughout the entertainment industry, and Silva’s candid recount of their final moments together is a powerful tribute to the singer’s life and legacy.