Nollywood actor John Amaefule has been hospitalised following a stroke, sparking concerns among fans and industry colleagues.
Popular Nollywood producer Stanley Okereke revealed the actor’s hospitalisation in an Instagram post on Friday.
Stanley disclosed that the actor suffered a stroke on the left side of his brain and is receiving treatment at FMC Owerri.
He also appealed for financial support to help with further medical tests for the actor.
He wrote, wrote in a post, “Nollywood Vetran Actor John Amaefule was rushed to the hospital this morning in Owerri after encountering with Stroke.
“He’s suffering from stroke, the family is asking Nigerians to pls help he’s currently in FCM Owerri and they need money to save this man.
“For more information call Patrick Amaefule 08143632138. This is this account number pls 6016167769Fidelity BankAMAEFULE JANE CHIZORO
“This message is from the doctor…He had a stroke in the left side of his brain. Which is likely causing right sided weakness, They need to do Lipid panel test, Hemoglobin Alc test, Electrolyte urea and creatinine test for him…
“Then he needs to be on medications for Cholesterol – atorvastatin. Blood pressure – maybe losartan or hydrochlorothiazide if he’s not already on one and if he has diabetes or not
“He should be on aspirin and clopidogrel. Pls guys, I want everyone in Nollywood to repost this pls let’s save a life.”