Abia Governor Otti approves 25m naira for Ngozi Nwosu care

The governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, has approved 25 million naira to support the medical treatment of veteran Nollywood actress Ngozi Nwosu. The funds were transferred directly to the hospital where the actress is receiving care, according to an announcement made on July 30 by the governor's Senior Special Assistant on Tourism and Entertainment, Dr. Justice Okey Martins.

The financial intervention follows a public appeal from the 62-year-old actress, who disclosed she requires multiple surgeries and needs approximately 30 million naira to cover her treatment costs. Martins, who is popularly known as JMartins, stated that Governor Otti authorized the payment on July 29, fulfilling a promise to assist the ailing star. He described the governor's action as a prompt and pragmatic response to a citizen in need.

Nwosu, an indigene of Abia State, is one of Nigeria's most respected actresses, with a career spanning decades and including memorable roles in television series such as "Fuji House of Commotion" and over 100 films. Her health challenges have drawn widespread concern from colleagues, fans, and industry stakeholders in recent days. This is not the first time the actress has...