Nollywood actress Cynthia Anijekwu has appealed to Nigerians for financial assistance after revealing that her battle with cancer has taken a more serious turn.
The actress disclosed that the disease has spread to her bones, significantly increasing the cost of her treatment to approximately ₦600,000 every month.
In a video that circulated online on Tuesday, Anijekwu shared details of her health journey, explaining that she was first diagnosed with cancer in 2023.
At the time, she underwent surgery followed by a complete course of chemotherapy, and the treatment initially appeared successful.
However, the actress said the illness later returned, with medical examinations confirming that the cancer had spread to her bones. The new diagnosis has resulted in a more demanding treatment plan involving radiation therapy and another surgical procedure.
Cynthia Anijekwu says cancer has returned in a more advanced stage
Speaking about her condition, Cynthia Anijekwu said she has spent a significant amount of time receiving medical care and that the latest diagnosis has placed an enormous financial burden on her and her family.
“I’ve been in and out of the hospital. The doctor recently told me it has reached my bones, and the treatment is now much more expensive,” she said.
According to the actress, the disease has also affected both of her breasts, while swelling in her hands has become visible as her condition progresses.
She made an emotional appeal to Nigerians, colleagues, fans and well-wishers to support her treatment, saying every contribution, regardless of the amount, could help her continue fighting the disease.
“I need to live. I need to survive. Your one naira, your two naira can add up to something reasonable for me to get the proper treatment. I’m begging you, please help me,” she pleaded.
Rising treatment costs add to Cynthia Anijekwu’s battle
Cancer that spreads to the bones, medically known as bone metastasis, is considered an advanced stage of the disease.
Patients often require a combination of radiation therapy, surgery and other systemic treatments, making long-term medical care more expensive.
For Cynthia Anijekwu, the growing cost of treatment has become difficult for her family to manage without outside support.
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With monthly expenses estimated at around ₦600,000, the actress has turned to the public in the hope that donations will enable her to continue receiving the care she urgently needs.
Anijekwu is well known for her appearances in both English-language and Igbo-language Nollywood productions.
Her appeal has drawn attention on social media, with many Nigerians expressing sympathy and offering prayers while encouraging others to support her during one of the most difficult periods of her life.
