Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has fulfilled his pledge to support veteran Nollywood actress Ngozi Nwosu by paying ₦25 million towards the cost of her ongoing medical treatment.

The actress recently appealed for public assistance after revealing that she was battling an undisclosed health condition that requires three surgical procedures. According to Nwosu, she needed ₦30 million to cover the cost of the surgeries.

The governor’s Senior Special Assistant on Tourism and Entertainment, J Martins, confirmed that the payment had been made directly to the hospital where the actress is receiving treatment.

In a post on X, Martins said Governor Otti approved the payment before the close of business and expressed appreciation for the governor’s support, describing the gesture as an act of kindness that would be remembered.

The ₦25 million donation covers the majority of the actress’s medical expenses, leaving a balance of ₦5 million to complete the required treatment.

The intervention comes despite Nwosu’s previous criticism of the Abia State Government. In 2024, the actress stated that she would no longer offer free services to the state, alleging that she received no government support during an earlier health challenge in 2012.

Her recent appeal for financial assistance attracted widespread attention and renewed calls from fans, colleagues and well-wishers before Governor Otti stepped in to provide financial support.

The donation has been widely viewed as a significant contribution towards ensuring the actress receives the medical care she needs.