Veteran actor Tom Njeamanze is currently fighting for his life after being diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Footage shared by producer Stanley Ontop on Instagram shows
the ailing actor hospitalised, connected to an oxygen cylinder and intravenous
drips.
The producer shared the actor’s bank details and urged fans
and well-wishers to contribute, emphasising that “nothing is too small” to save
the legend’s life.
“Hello guys, one of our Nollywood legends is sick and needs
urgent surgery. Sir Tom Njamanze has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, and
he needs your support to undergo surgery,” he wrote.
“Nothing is too small, fams. Help our legend live again.”
The post sparked an outpouring of support, with fans
offering prayers and calling for intervention from the Actors Guild of Nigeria
(AGN).
Many lamented the lack of structural support for aging
actors in Nollywood.
Njemanze began his acting career in the 1990s and is known
for his standout performances in several films, including ‘Tokunboh’, ‘Pounds
and Dollars’, ‘Atosa’, ‘Issakaba’, ‘Osuofia in London’, ‘Brain Box’, and
‘Igbotic Love’.
In February, Ontop also appealed for financial assistance to
cover the medical expenses of veteran actor John Amaefule, who was diagnosed
with cancer.
He revealed that the actor suffered a stroke on the left
side of his brain, which led to weakness on the right side of his body.
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