Nollywood actress Ogundimu asks Nigerians for help with cancer treatment

Nollywood actress, Omotunde Ogundimu, is asking Nigerians for financial help to continue her treatment for cervical cancer.

Ogundimu revealed that she found out she had the disease in 2024 after going through several medical tests.

During an interview with her colleague, Biola Bayo, uploaded on Wednesday, she talked about how this illness has affected her physically, emotionally, and financially.

"It was when I did those tests that they said I had cervical cancer. I said 'Where did I get cancer from?' I am an easy-going person," she shared.

Ogundimu mentioned that while some people, including her children, have supported her, the cost of treatment has become hard to manage.

"I no longer have the strength. I have called several people, and many have helped me. My children have also been spending all their income to take care of me. They do not have time for themselves. I thank God for them," she said.

She decided to publicly ask for help, even though she knows some people might criticize her for it.

"I have thought about it, and I have to plead with the public finally. I know those who would abuse me will abuse me, and those who would help will help. It is just for me to be okay. The pain is too much," she added.

Ogundimu, who has worked in the Nigerian film industry for about 35 years, also talked about the drop in acting jobs and the pay she receives.

She said she often earns between N20,000 and N40,000 for acting roles, despite her long experience in the field.

"I am a mother of three. I am a widow. My husband passed away in 2012. I am good at what I do, but I am no longer being called for jobs," she explained.

"Whoever I have offended in the movie industry should please forgive me. They should consider my journey and the foundation of this industry."

"Anytime I am called to set, I am offered N20,000, N40,000. And you dare not complain. I have 35 years of experience in this industry."