Veteran Actress Ngozi Nwosu Appeals for ₦30m to Fund Life-Saving Surgeries

By Johnson Arua

Veteran Nollywood actress, Ngozi Nwosu, has made an emotional appeal to Nigerians and well-meaning individuals for financial assistance, disclosing that she urgently needs ₦30 million to undergo multiple surgeries.

The celebrated actress revealed her health challenges in a public appeal, saying the funds are required to cover the cost of the medical procedures needed to improve her condition.

Nwosu, who has enjoyed a distinguished career spanning several decades in Nigeria's film industry, appealed for support from fans, colleagues and philanthropists, expressing hope that their generosity would enable her to receive the necessary treatment.

The appeal has since drawn widespread reactions on social media, with many Nigerians expressing sympathy and calling on industry stakeholders and the public to rally round the actress during her health crisis.

Ngozi Nwosu is widely known for her outstanding performances in numerous Nollywood productions and is regarded as one of the pioneers of the Nigerian movie industry.

Her latest appeal has reignited conversations about the welfare of veteran actors and the need for stronger healthcare and support systems for ageing entertainers in the country.

As of the time of filing this report, further details about the surgeries and the timeline for the procedures had not been made public.