Nollywood star, Kemi Afolabi Adesipe, has recently given an update on her health situation, putting to rest the concerns of her fans after seeking support on social media.
On her official Instagram account, Kemi Afolabi reassured her followers that she is now in good health and high spirits. Expressing her gratitude for their concern, she emphasized her strength as a resilient woman who has faced and conquered challenges.
In the past, Kemi Afolabi had openly shared her battle with lupus, detailing the journey she embarked on since her diagnosis about a year ago. However, she now confirms that she is doing well and is no longer facing any health issues.
In a candid interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, the stunning Yoruba actress, Kemi Afolabi Adesipe, bravely disclosed her battle with lupus, a condition she had been diagnosed with. She revealed that she had been informed that lupus is not curable, leaving her with the daunting reality of having only five more years to live.
Kemi Afolabi shared the emotional and financial toll her condition had taken on her life. At one point, she felt utterly drained after spending a considerable amount on medical expenses, even contemplating giving up and accepting the inevitable. However, her love and responsibility towards her daughter compelled her to gather the strength to keep fighting.
To sustain her life and manage the illness, she required a weekly medication dose that amounted to N1.2 million, placing an overwhelming financial burden on her. To afford this, she had to make significant sacrifices, including selling her cars, property, and capital for her business.
Throughout her struggles, Kemi Afolabi expressed deep gratitude for the support she received from her fellow colleagues in the entertainment industry, particularly mentioning Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham, and Mercy Aigbe, who reached out and offered their assistance. Nevertheless, she acknowledged that she still needed more help and support to continue affording her life-saving medication.
Fans of Kemi Afolabi expressed their concern and sent heartfelt prayers her way after she revealed a particularly taxing day that made her sick. The actress took to Instagram to share her experience of attending two events of her colleagues on the same day, which resulted in significant stress and exhaustion.
In the video she posted, Kemi Afolabi was seen alongside her newfound bestie, Mercy Aigbe, at Iyabo Ojo’s children’s store launch and later at Adeniyi Johnson’s twins’ ceremony. While she congratulated Iyabo Ojo, Adeniyi Johnson, and Seyi Edun for their joyful celebrations, she also expressed her struggle with the situation.
The actress asked her fans how they managed to cope with attending multiple events in a single day, as she felt unwell due to the lack of rest in between. Her fans, deeply concerned for her well-being, responded with prayers and support, showing their love and care for the beloved actress.
As Kemi Afolabi’s worried supporters flooded her timeline with prayers, they also expressed admiration for her charming personality and beauty through heartfelt messages.
Watch her video below: