Nollywood filmmaker Kunle Afod has appealed to Nigerians and well-meaning individuals to support veteran actor Opebe, who is currently battling an undisclosed health condition.
Afod made the appeal on Friday after visiting the veteran actor at his residence in Ibadan, Oyo State.
In a video shared on Instagram, Afod expressed concern over Opebe’s deteriorating condition and called on members of the public to assist him in accessing appropriate medical care.
“Our fans, we have come again this time around for one of our elders in the industry, Baba Opebe.
“He’s not feeling healthy. His health is diminishing, depreciating, I don’t know the English that I can use to describe his situation right now as you all can see him.
“Please if you know where we can take him to or any support you can give to him please let’s help him. Nigerians, we want your support, we want your help. Please come to his aid,” Afod said.
Speaking about his condition, Opebe revealed that he had been away from acting because of his health and had undergone several medical tests without receiving a definite diagnosis.
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“I have been away from the screen because of my health. I have done a series of tests but nothing was found. They only told me that I’m short of blood and I was given four pints of blood,” he said.
The veteran actor disclosed that his health problems began last year and that he had visited several hospitals in search of answers.
“I have been on it since last year. We have been to different hospitals. I was not diagnosed with any illness but it’s now getting worse,” Opebe added.