Nollywood actor Ikechukwu Nweke has appealed to the public for financial support after opening up about his ongoing fight with colon cancer.
In a video shared on his Instagram page on Friday titled “My Cancer Journey,” the actor disclosed that he was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2025 and has since spent more than ₦15 million on treatment.
According to Nweke, the expenses have covered chemotherapy, radiotherapy, medical tests, scans and medication.
Prompt News reports the actor said he initially chose to keep his health condition private but explained that the rising cost of treatment has forced him to seek assistance.
He expressed appreciation to his family and several colleagues, including Uche Nancy, Destiny Etiko, Lizzy Gold and Ebele Okaro, for standing by him throughout the difficult period.
Sharing his account details for donations, Nweke urged Nigerians to support him as he continues treatment.
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“Good morning, good afternoon and good evening from wherever you are watching me from, I was diagnosed with colon cancer last year. I have been trying so hard to manage it privately. I have spent a lot of money and my family members have contributed a whole lot. People close to me like Destiny Etiko, Uche Nancy, Lizzy Gold, Ebele Okaro, among others have also been supportive.
“Unfortunately, my battle is not over yet. My doctors have advised that I must continue with the next phase of my treatment to give me the best chance of a full recovery. I cannot afford to stop or skip this stage, but the financial burden has become overwhelming.
“Today, I’m humbly asking for your help. No amount is too small. Your support, your prayers, and even sharing this video can make a real difference in my fight for life,” he said.
