Nigerian football sensation Victor Osimhen has demonstrated remarkable compassion by donating five million naira to social media influencer Aunty Esther, who is currently battling breast cancer. The Super Eagles striker made this generous contribution after coming across a viral video showing the woman pleading for help with her medical treatment.
Heartbreaking Plea Goes Viral
The emotional situation gained public attention when a video of Aunty Esther circulated widely on social media platforms. In the distressing clip, the influencer was seen crying in considerable pain while showing the visible effects of breast cancer on her chest. She made an earnest appeal to Nigerians for support, emotionally expressing that she didn't want to die from the terminal illness.
The viral video touched many hearts across social media, with numerous fans expressing sympathy and inquiring how they could contribute financially toward her treatment. Among those who saw the appeal was Victor Osimhen, who currently plays for Turkish club Galatasaray.
Osimhen's Immediate Response
According to confirmed reports, Osimhen didn't hesitate to offer assistance upon seeing Aunty Esther's condition. The Nigerian international reached out to understand her health situation better before promptly committing to support her therapy.
The footballer's substantial donation of five million naira significantly boosted the fundraising efforts for Aunty Esther's medical care. Popular X user @wizarab10 confirmed the contribution, stating: "Our star boy @victorosimhen9 sent N5 million. We are now at N23 million. Thank you, Boss. Raise am."
Nigerian journalist Buchi Laba provided additional context in a now-deleted post, explaining that Osimhen had personally reached out to inquire about Aunty Esther's health status before immediately offering to help.
Community Support and Previous Challenges
The fundraising effort has seen remarkable success, with total donations exceeding twenty-three million naira within a short period. This overwhelming response highlights the power of community support during health crises.
However, the path to treatment hasn't been without challenges. X user Aunty Muse previously revealed that she had received funds to assist Aunty Esther, but the influencer initially opted to pursue natural remedies instead. Aunty Muse explained that they had agreed to visit a doctor together, but Aunty Esther failed to appear for their scheduled meeting at Oshodi.
Despite these earlier complications, the current fundraising initiative has gained significant momentum, thanks in large part to Osimhen's high-profile contribution.
Public Reaction and Broader Context
Nigerians have widely praised Victor Osimhen for his generous act, with many taking to social media to express their admiration. User Yusuf Ibrahim commented: "@victorosimhen9, the way you wired this N5M, that's how you will be firing goals across pitches globally."
Another user, @i_am_suzzz, added: "Thank you @victorosimhen9 and every other raisers. Tbh, Nigerians are good people it's just good governance we lack."
This heartwarming story emerges against the backdrop of other concerning health cases involving Nigerians. Legit.ng had previously reported about Hammed, a Nigerian postgraduate student who died in the United Kingdom after a sudden decline caused by advanced cancer.
Victor Osimhen's act of kindness serves as a powerful reminder of the positive impact that public figures can have when they use their platform and resources to support those in need within their communities.
