Adesua Etomi, the celebrated Nollywood actress, has recently described the year 2024 as one of the most traumatic and challenging years of her life. In a poignant Instagram post, she opened up about the severe health struggles she endured throughout the year, alongside the emotional burden of her husband Banky Wellington’s battle with cancer. Her post, shared on her birthday, shed light on the unimaginable hardships she faced but also highlighted her resilience and gratitude for the support she received from loved ones, medical professionals, and her faith.
Throughout her pregnancy, Adesua suffered from hyperemesis gravidarum, a condition that causes extreme nausea and vomiting, often resulting in dehydration and hospitalization. The actress revealed that she spent several months in a vulnerable state due to this condition, which significantly impacted her physical and emotional well-being.
In the midst of this health crisis, she received devastating news: her husband, Banky W, had been diagnosed with cancer and required immediate surgery to remove a tumor. The emotional toll of balancing her own health struggles with supporting her husband through his life-threatening diagnosis was nothing short of overwhelming.
Adesua’s year of trials did not end there. She went on to explain that she had to undergo an emergency Caesarean section (C-section) to safely deliver her baby, further adding to the complexity and challenges of her pregnancy journey. Despite the overwhelming nature of these events, the actress expressed profound gratitude for the dedicated medical professionals who provided exceptional care during this time.
Adesua credited doctors in both Lagos and Washington, D.C., for their tireless efforts in ensuring both her health and that of her baby.
In the midst of it all, Adesua spoke candidly about her husband’s unwavering support and resilience. “Banky, I love you to life, she wrote, expressing how her husband’s strength during his own battle had been a source of immense comfort and motivation. She emphasized how Banky remained by her side through the most difficult times, offering his full support and ensuring that she never felt alone in the face of such overwhelming challenges.
The actress also extended her heartfelt appreciation to friends, family, and well-wishers who stood by her, offering encouragement and love, even without knowing the full scope of her personal struggles.
Reflecting on the difficult year, Adesua acknowledged that despite the pain and hardship, the experience had ultimately been transformative. “This year has stretched me in ways I never imagined,” she wrote. “God has used this season to show me that I am capable of much more than I ever realized.” In these words, she captured the sense of growth and strength that had emerged from her trials, illustrating her belief that every challenge is an opportunity to build resilience and gain a deeper understanding of one’s capabilities.
Her emotional post resonated deeply with fans, friends, and colleagues alike. Messages of love, encouragement, and admiration flooded her social media as people celebrated not only her strength but her openness and vulnerability in sharing such personal aspects of her life. Through it all, Adesua Etomi’s journey serves as a testament to the power of faith, love, and perseverance in the face of adversity.
