Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has shared a positive update on her colleague, Cynthia Nkachukwu Anijekwu, who is currently undergoing treatment for cancer.
Prompt News reports the actress had earlier appealed to the public for financial support after posting a video in which Cynthia spoke about her health struggles and the rising cost of treatment.
In the emotional video, Cynthia explained that she underwent surgery and chemotherapy after being diagnosed with cancer in 2023. However, she said the illness returned and has now spread to her bones, leaving her in need of more intensive treatment that her family can no longer afford.
“Good evening, Nigerians. My name is Cynthia. I have cancer, 2023. And I did my surgery. I took chemo. But later, it came back again, and I’ve been in and out of the hospital. The recent check-up results showed that it has reached my bone. And the treatment now is higher. I spend 600 and something a month now. And it’s not easy.
Please, I need to live. I need to survive. I’m asking Nigerians to please help me. Anyone that can help, please, I need help. Your one Naira, your two Naira can add up to something reasonable for me to take the proper treatment for this cancer. I’m begging you, please help me.”
Providing an update on the fundraising effort, Destiny disclosed that generous Nigerians had already contributed N13.1 million out of the N20 million needed within just a few hours.
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She said Cynthia was deeply touched by the outpouring of support and expressed heartfelt gratitude to everyone who donated.
“You all contributed N13.1 million out of the 20m.
It’s a lot, and she is overwhelmed with joy.
She is super grateful and in shock.
God bless y’all.
At least this will go a long way to help.
Honestly, I never expected this massive love y’all showered on her.
All I can say is thank you, Jesus.
And thanks to all my followers.”
