Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie, has opened up about his ongoing health challenges, revealing that he has prayed to God to take him whenever his time comes rather than allow him become a burden to his family and loved ones.
The legendary actor made the disclosure while visiting ailing colleague, Emmanuel, in Accra, Ghana, during his legacy tour on Wednesday.
Pete Edochie, while sharing his own health struggles in an effort to console his colleague, disclosed that walking has become increasingly difficult for him.
The veteran actor also revealed that he sometimes wakes up to discover that parts of his body have become swollen, although the swelling later subsides.
According to him, despite his health challenges, he remains hopeful that his condition will improve.
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“Sitting down here, I’m not very well myself. I’m not. Walking is a problem for me now. I still have hope that I will recover.
“Sometimes I got up and discovered that some parts of my body were swollen and after sometimes, they go down again just like my hand is swollen now.”
Reflecting on his condition and the possibility of becoming dependent on others, the veteran actor said he has continued to pray for God’s will to be done whenever his time comes.
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“I just keep asking God, you are the author of life. Whenever you feel it’s time for me to go, just take me. Don’t let me bother the people who are around me. No, just take me.”
The emotional revelation has drawn attention from fans and colleagues, particularly given Edochie’s decades-long contribution to the Nigerian film industry.
The actor, widely regarded as one of Nollywood’s most respected veterans, has featured in numerous Nigerian films and remains an influential figure whose career has spanned several decades.
His visit to his ailing colleague was part of his legacy tour, during which he has continued to connect with colleagues and reflect on his long journey in the entertainment industry.
