Rachael Oniga’s son made this known in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, on Wednesday in Lagos.

Tunji Oniga said that the wake keep would hold on August 26 at her residence in Magodo, Lagos State, while she would be laid to rest on August 27 at a cemetery yet to be disclosed by the family.

He said the death of his mum was shocking to many, because she cared about people’s wellbeing.

“My mother’s death is shocking to me, in fact, I don’t believe she is dead. When I see her phone rings and she is not there to take the call, the reality will be dawn on me.

“She was a philanthropist, who is always bothered about the needs of others,” he said.

Rachael Oniga died after battling with heart related ailment on July 30, aged 64.

She was born on May 23, 1957 in Ebute Metta, Lagos State.

She started her acting career in 1993, shortly after her divorce.

Oniga worked briefly at Ascoline Nigeria Limited, a Dutch Consultant company before her first movie titled: “Onome” and her debut Yoruba movie was, “Owo Blow”

Over the years, Oniga featured in notable Nigerian films such as “Sango”, a movie scripted by Wale Ogunyemi, produced and directed by Obafemi Lasode and Wale Adenuga’s television series, Super Story.

The post Rachael Oniga: Son reveals burial programme appeared first on Frontpageng.

Oniga died at the age of 64 after a brief illness.

NIM described Oniga as one of its national ambassadors.

In a statement issued by its Director General, Mr. Olawale Okunniyi, the group said Oniga as a member of its leadership helped to promote the ideals and values of the group tremendously.

She was said to be the voice of Nollywood at the inaugural meeting of the movement in 2017.

She was said to be a very committed ambassador of the movement agenda to take back power to the masses of Nigeria and she was involved in the movement accords in some states of the federation and at the national level.

“Lady Racheal Oniga, a title chief of Ile Ife, installed by Oba Sijuwade Olubuse, lived and died as a voice of the voiceless.

“Our consolation in her exit, is drawn from a life well spent by the screen goddess and ambassador of the voiceless. We therefore pray for the repose of her soul and fortitude to bear this huge loss by her children and family members. We hope to explore a way of immortalising her legacies in succeeding days. Racheal Oniga lives on,” said the group.

The post Rachael Oniga: NIM mourns, promises to immortalise her appeared first on Frontpageng.

Salami in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria, NAN, described Oniga as a loyal, hardworking and humble colleague who was after everyone’s peaceful co-existence.

“Oga Bello”  said that the Nollywood industry would miss her mastery of her profession and the unique way of interpreting her roles.

“Oniga’s death is really sad and a painful one. May her soul rest in peace and may God forgive her shortcomings.

“She was a loyal, humble and hardworking colleague, also a parent to the core. She did a lot over her children and I pray that God guide and protect them all.

“She is someone who looks out for others and ensures peaceful co-existence among artists.

“The industry will miss her unique way of interpreting her roles,” he said.

Also, Kosoko in his tribute described late Oniga as a nice colleague whom he considered to be a friend and a sister.

“Late Oniga was a nice colleague and the memory of the time spent together will never be forgotten.

“She was a friend and a sister. In fact, she was one of those ladies in the profession that interprets her roles properly. She is one of those committed to moving the industry forward. May her soul rest in peace,” he said.

Veteran actress, Joke Silver, took to her instagram page to mourn Oniga with a display of her picture, as she wrote: “Incredibly committed colleague.

“You have to come correct when playing opposite Rachel Oniga, not much talk but all work.

“64 is a bit early. You have completely blindsided me, Rest in peace.”

Also, Waka Music Pioneer, Salawa Abeni, said: “Rest beautifully in the Lord’s bossom Rachel Oniga, a legend in its true definition. May God comfort your family.”

Rachel Oniga was born on May 23, 1957 in Ebute Metta, Lagos State.

She began her acting career in 1993.

Oniga worked briefly at Ascoline Nigeria Limited, a Dutch Consultant company, before her first movie titled “Onome” and her debut Yoruba movie was “Owo Blow”.

Over the years, Oniga has featured in notable Nigerian films such as “Sango”, a movie scripted by Wale Ogunyemi, produced and directed by Obafemi Lasode and Wale Adenuga’s television series, Super Story.

Source: NAN

The post Rachael Oniga: What Oga Bello, Jide Kosoko, others say appeared first on Frontpageng.