- Veteran Nigerian actor Olaiya Igwe addressed concerns about his health following a viral video.
- The video, shared on September 10, 2026, showed him looking weak, prompting public worry.
- Igwe dismissed reports of being seriously ill, reassuring fans about his health status.
Veteran Nigerian actor Olaiya Igwe has reacted to a viral video that sparked concerns about his health, dismissing reports that he is seriously ill.
The video surfaced on social media on Thursday, September 10, 2026, with several users expressing worry after seeing the actor appearing weak and unwell.
However, Olaiya has clarified that the footage was taken while he was on a movie set and had nothing to do with his real-life health.
According to the actor, he was filming a movie directed by fellow actor and filmmaker Mr Latin, where he played the role of a sick father.
Olaiya explained that the scene was convincing enough to make some viewers believe he was genuinely battling an illness.
He also expressed disappointment at those who celebrated the false reports and appeared pleased by the thought of his death. However, he thanked those who reached out to him out of genuine concern and took the time to confirm his condition.
In a statement shared on his Instagram page, the veteran actor assured his fans, colleagues and members of the public that he is healthy and that there is no cause for concern.
He said: “I have seen some stupid set of people wishing me to die. Is it their father that will fall sick and die? And for those that are genuinely concerned, please relax. There’s no problem. I was only acting my role, as you all know, I am a versatile actor.
“It was an Oga Latin movie we were shooting, and one of the scenes required me to play a sick father. It went viral and has brought lots of concern to the general public, though some understood that I was only acting while some felt I was sick and have been checking up on me. And we have some too that were happy that finally their wish had come to pass on me.
“For as many wishing me evil, evil will be their portion. I am okay and there’s nothing wrong with me.”
