Veteran Nollywood actress Jumoke George has made an emotional public appeal, revealing a heartbreaking tale of homelessness, chronic illness, and the ongoing search for her missing child.
In a deeply moving interview on the TalkToB show, hosted by fellow actress Abiola Adebayo, George tearfully shared details of her current living conditions, disclosing that she has been without a home for six years and is currently residing in a church.
“Please pray for me, mothers in the world,” she pleaded in a clip from the show shared on Tuesday via Adebayo’s Instagram page. “I don’t have a home. I don’t have anything. A child of mine is missing. I don’t have good health. I am tired and exhausted. Most times, it’s the church mummy that feeds me.”
George, widely known for her roles in Yoruba-language Nollywood films, also revealed that her first child, Adeola, has been missing for four years. “My firstborn, Adeola, clocked 41 on May 1, and has been missing for four years,” she said. “I’ve been the one taking care of the grandchildren despite my condition.”
The actress detailed ongoing health issues that have plagued her since January, adding that she has undergone multiple medical tests without a clear diagnosis. She now requires further tests on her brain and heart, which she says will cost ₦400,000 — a sum she cannot afford.
“I don’t sleep because I’m always in pain. Everything is wrong with me. I don’t understand anymore,” she lamented. “I’ve tried as a human, I’ve tried as a Christian.”
Her revelation has triggered a wave of sympathy and outcry from fans and colleagues within the entertainment industry and beyond. Many expressed shock that a respected actress could suffer in silence for so long without support.
Reacting to the video, social media influencer @iamtrinityguy wrote: “Honestly, in this industry, we need to be checking up on each other. This mummy was homeless for years and nobody knew. It’s so sad to see our legends in this condition.”
Another user, @ade_dayo, criticized the industry culture, saying: “Yoruba actors and actresses, you all need to do better. You don’t help each other but spend millions on outfits for movie premieres. This is unacceptable.”
On X (formerly Twitter), user @thefashygram added: “Is this for real? I feel so bad for this woman — she’s such a talented actress.”
A resident of Agbado, @sheyi_omotayo, provided a chilling confirmation: “I swear she isn’t lying. The church is on my street. I used to think she was just big-bodied. People stare at her like she’s wealthy, not knowing she’s going through a lot.”
As the actress’s heartbreaking story continues to trend online, many are calling for urgent intervention from the Nollywood community, well-meaning Nigerians, and government institutions to provide relief and restore dignity to one of Nigeria’s seasoned performers.
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