Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has opened up about his current health struggles, revealing that walking has become difficult for him.
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The legendary actor spoke about his condition during a visit to ailing Ghanaian actor Emmanuel Armah in Accra, Ghana, where he disclosed that parts of his body sometimes swell before the swelling eventually goes down.
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Despite the difficulties, Edochie said he remains hopeful that he will recover.
He also offered an emotional prayer to God, asking that whenever his time comes, he should be taken peacefully rather than become a burden to those around him.
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“I’m not very well. I’m not walking, that is a problem for me now, but I still have hope that I will recover myself. Sometimes, parts of my body become swollen, but after some time, the swelling goes down.
“I ask God, the Author of life, whenever You feel it’s time for me to go, just take me. Don’t let me become a burden to the people around me. Just take me.”
His remarks have since sparked emotional reactions from fans and social media users, many of whom prayed for his recovery and expressed their affection for the veteran actor.
Reactions
@OnyeugboD: This was my father’s prayer everyday
@NwabuezeAgu: May God almighty heal you completely in Jesus Christ Name Amen 🙏🎉
@abvictor33: Said this in Ghana after he met his Ghanaian colleague that can not work again.
@d_buzor: The wise and bravest of them all . This statement says it all
@KokeObasi27556: Get well soon.
@Ochanyapinky13: No don’t leave us yet… u are one of my favorite legend
@Kingzidizaga: May your creator answer your prayer. That’s the same prayer I always say.
@donx10: This was my late grand mom prayers each day until she left. such a beautiful soul she was.
@CrytoDori: May the Gods of our fore fathers grant you your heart desires.
@Yavinspen: That prayer should be prayed by everyone regardless of their age
@memoriesincc: Same shit my Dad always said. One of the best way to bow out. Ogadagidi may God spare you more years of good health
@sharesofminds: Words of widome, Great one you will still continue to live long sir
@Snod50: I pray the almighty God will heal you and continue to strengthen you in Jesus name
@ChukwuohaE: Ebube dike, Chukwu gozie gi onye nna
@cliqwebservices: He said “Walking” not working
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