Veteran Nollywood actress Jumoke George has recently made a deeply emotional public appeal for financial assistance, revealing the hardships she has been enduring over the past six years. In an interview with fellow actress Biola Adebayo, George shared her heartbreaking story, which includes homelessness and severe health challenges. For the past six years, she has been living in a church, relying on the charity of the church’s “mummy” for both shelter and food. This revelation has shocked many fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry.
George disclosed that since January 2, 2025, she has been battling serious health issues, including the need for urgent brain and heart tests that are crucial for her well-being. However, the cost for these tests amounts to ₦400,000, a sum that she is unable to afford. In her words, she expressed her distress, saying, “I have tried my best as a human. I have done several tests. The only one remaining is for the brain and heart, which will cost N400,000. I do not know where to get it. I cannot sleep. I feel pain anytime I try to sleep.” This statement highlights not only the physical pain she is enduring but also the emotional toll of her situation.
In addition to her health struggles, George also revealed the heart-wrenching news that her first child, Adeola, has been missing for the past four years. She mentioned that Adeola turned 41 years old while being absent from her life, leaving George to care for Adeola’s children. This has added an extra layer of emotional and financial strain to her already difficult situation. Moreover, George’s son, Ife, has been heavily burdened by medical expenses related to his mother’s health, accumulating debts of up to ₦2 million while trying to support her.
George’s plight has quickly garnered widespread attention, particularly on social media platforms, where many Nigerians have expressed their sympathy and concern for the actress. Her situation serves as a reminder of the challenges many entertainers face behind the scenes, often without the public’s knowledge.
