Fuji star Remi Aluko opens up about losing his sight

Fuji musician Remi "Igwe" Aluko has shared that he is struggling with glaucoma. This is a group of eye diseases that harm the optic nerve, often because of high fluid pressure in the eye.

The World Health Organisation says glaucoma is the second biggest cause of blindness worldwide.

In a recent interview on Oyinmomo TV, Aluko, who is friends with Taye Currency, Pasuma, Obesere, Adewale Ayuba, Shefiu Alao, Shanko Rasheed, and Tajudeen Istijabah, revealed that glaucoma has taken away his sight.

The “Ajela” singer, known for his catchy lyrics and lively performances, did not say when his fight with this condition started. He did mention that he has had eye surgery before.

At 48 years old, he said, “Anyone who says he doesn’t have any challenges at all is lying. This is the sickness I’m battling, and it’s called glaucoma. I’m a glaucoma patient, and I’m managing myself. Some people didn’t know I battled this kind of sickness. I’m not different from a blind person, but no one can understand my secret.

“I don’t let the sickness weigh me down. I can’t see now, but I thank God I can take care of myself like someone who has good sight. I must not surrender to the fact that I can no longer see.”

Aluko, who was born in Lagos, noted that his challenges have taught him that he still has a long way to go.

He began his music career at the age of 15. He released his first album “Celebration” in 1998 under Oregun Records. He now knows he has more challenges to tackle.

“Do I have to make myself depressed? I must make you happy because I owe you. I am who I am, not anyone else. I’m the one who knows how I feel.

“Baba Labule made the video about me regaining my sight because of the love he had for me. He didn’t want people to keep thinking I was blind,” Aluko said.

The “Goodnews” singer also shared that his fans and family have supported him through his fight with glaucoma.

He thanked his fans and loved ones for their support and encouragement during this tough time.

The artist, who has performed with stars like Kwam 1, Saheed Osupa, Abass Obesere, and KS1 Malaika, added, “I’ve mentioned that if you have good people around you, you’ll be happy. I’m grateful to my supporters and crew for standing by me like family. Even my wife didn’t leave. My wife, Noima, stood by me. Sometimes men are lucky with women.

“I had luck, not by my own perfection. I pray God continues to abide with the people around me. If they had left me, it would be a different story. I would probably be crying in my house. They don’t make me feel like someone who is sick.”