Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has issued an urgent appeal for public assistance on behalf of her colleague Nkachukwu Anijekwu, who is battling a severe recurrence of cancer. In a video shared on social media, the ailing actress, also known as Cynthia, detailed her worsening condition and pleaded for financial support to afford life-saving treatment.
Actress Reveals Cancer Has Spread to Her Bones
In the emotional clip, Nkachukwu Anijekwu opened up about her health struggle, which began in 2023. She explained that despite undergoing surgery and chemotherapy, the cancer returned and has now spread to her bones. “The doctor said that it has reached my bone. And the treatment now is higher. I spend 600 and something a month now. And it's not an easy thing,” she said, referring to her monthly medical expenses of over 600,000 naira.
She further disclosed that her condition requires radiation therapy and additional surgery, costs her family can no longer afford. Fighting back tears, she begged Nigerians for help: “Please, I need to live. I need to survive. I'm asking Nigerians to please help me. Anyone that can help, please, I need help. Your one Naira, your two Naira can add up to something reasonable for me to take the proper treatment for this cancer. I'm begging you, please help me.”
Destiny Etiko Amplifies the Plea
Destiny Etiko shared the video on her Instagram page with a heartfelt caption: “She made this video today, please find it in your heart to offer her help. Nothing is too small. She is an upcoming Nollywood actress. Nkachukwu Anijekwu. Her condition is very critical now.” Etiko emphasized that no donation is too small and urged her followers to rally behind the struggling actress.
Public Reaction and Support
The plea has drawn widespread sympathy from fans and colleagues. Social media users flooded the post with prayers and encouragement. Princesscandice11 commented: “May God heal you permanently ma amen.” Stephanieekwu wrote: “Lord please heal her.” Others like Oleyceesay72 and Gloriaosarfo also offered prayers, with the latter invoking divine intervention: “ELROI PLEASE COME THROUGH FOR US.”
The outpouring of support highlights the solidarity within the Nollywood community during times of crisis. However, the financial burden remains steep, and Anijekwu’s family is counting on public generosity to cover the escalating medical costs.
Background: Destiny Etiko’s Recent Controversies
This appeal comes amid other headlines involving Destiny Etiko. Earlier, a Ghanaian seer, Karma President, issued a prophecy warning the actress against undergoing any further body enhancement surgeries, claiming she might not survive another procedure. The prophecy sparked online debate but did not deter Etiko from focusing on her colleague’s plight.
In a more positive turn, Etiko recently celebrated Valentine’s Day with a new partner, sharing loved-up photos on Instagram. She visited Senator Ita Giwa months prior and has been enjoying a resurgence in her career. Her reconciliation with colleague Lizzy Gold after a two-year fallout also made news, with Gold praising Etiko’s beautiful soul and vowing to avoid gossip-driven conflicts.
How to Help
Nkachukwu Anijekwu’s treatment requires urgent funding. Donations can be made directly through channels shared by Destiny Etiko on her verified social media accounts. The actress has assured that every contribution, no matter how small, will go toward her colleague’s cancer treatment.
As the Nollywood community and fans mobilize, the hope is that collective support will give Anijekwu a fighting chance against the disease.
