Ngozi Nwosu medical support receives approval from Abia Governor Alex Otti after the actress sought help for urgent surgeries

Abia State Governor Alex Otti approved medical support for veteran Nollywood actress Ngozi Nwosu in Umuahia, Abia State, on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, after the actress appealed for financial assistance to undergo three urgent surgeries.

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The intervention was announced by the governor’s Senior Special Assistant on Tourism and Entertainment, Martins Justice, who said the Abia government had approved payment for the first phase of the actress’s medical expenses.

“His Excellency @alexottiofr has just stepped in on the health issues of our Nollywood legendary actress Mrs Ngozi Nwosu to approve the first part of her medical bills,” Justice wrote on X.

He, however, explained that the support covered only part of the treatment costs and appealed to members of the public to continue assisting the actress.

“While we sincerely appreciate His Excellency, we still appeal to kind-hearted Nigerians to please support her in any way possible you can,” he added.

The announcement has brought relief to fans and members of the entertainment industry who had expressed concern following Ngozi Nwosu’s public appeal for help with her medical condition.

The 62-year-old actress had earlier revealed that she had been hospitalised for three weeks and needed about ₦30 million to fund three life-saving surgeries.

In an emotional video shared on her Instagram page, Ngozi Nwosu appealed to fans, colleagues and well-wishers not to abandon her during the difficult period.

“My people, my fans and my family, I know that you’ve not seen me in circulation for some time. I’ve been hospitalised now for three weeks. Please, the thing has gone beyond my control,” she said.

“I need your help. Don’t let me die. I know that you people never forsake me… I’m begging you, my fans and family, don’t let me die because I am going through a lot, as in pain,” the actress added.

Ngozi Nwosu is widely recognised for her contributions to Nollywood, with a career spanning several decades and notable appearances in both television and film productions.

Her health challenge has renewed conversations about welfare support for veteran entertainers, many of whom have faced medical and financial difficulties after years of contributing to Nigeria’s creative industry.

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The latest Ngozi Nwosu medical support initiative reflects continued efforts by individuals, government officials and industry stakeholders to assist entertainers facing major health challenges.