Veteran Nigerian actor Pete Edochie has opened up about his health challenges, revealing that he is currently experiencing difficulties with walking and recurring swelling in parts of his body.
Edochie made the disclosure while visiting his longtime friend and fellow actor, Emmanuel Armah, who is also reportedly battling health issues.
Speaking during the visit, the veteran actor said he was not in good health himself but remained hopeful that he would recover.
“Sitting down here, I’m not very well, myself, I’m not.
“Walking is a problem for me now, but, I still have hope that I will recover myself,” Edochie said.
He further explained that he sometimes experiences swelling in different parts of his body, including his hands and legs.
“Sometimes I get up and parts of my body are swollen and after some time they go down again like my hand is swollen now, my leg…” he added.
Reflecting on his condition, Edochie said he continues to place his life in God’s hands.
The actor added that he often prays that if the time comes for him to leave the world, God should take him without making him a burden to those around him in his words
“I just keep asking God, ‘You are the author of life. Whenever you feel it is time for me to go, just take me don’t let me bother the people who are around me so, just take me.’”
The revelation has drawn concern from fans and colleagues, with many wishing the veteran actor strength and a speedy recovery.