- YOLO star Drogba, who has been battling the dreaded demyelinating disease, received some special visitors on Monday, March 18, 2024
- He was visited by his classmates from Aheimota School after the viral news of his current condition
- Footage shows the emotional actor wiping away tears as his friends sang their school anthem in a bid to cheer him up
YOLO actor John Bredu Peasah, known in the series as Drogba, was moved to tears as his former classmates from Achimota School visited him at his sick bed.
Drogba is currently fighting for his life after being diagnosed with demyelinating disease, a condition that destroys the protective covering that surrounds nerve fibers in the brain, optic nerves and spinal cord.
Source: Instagram
Reports indicate that Drogba has been battling this disease for over two years, undergoing extensive treatment during this difficult time.
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Recently, he made a public appeal for financial help to cover his mounting medical expenses. In response to his appeal, Vice President Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia and his team visited Drogba to offer their support.
Following the appeal, Drogba’s classmates also showed kindness by visiting him.
In a video he shared on his Instagramthe ailing actor sat among his co-stars as they posed for a few photos.
In a second video, another set of Drogba’s former classmates from Achimota School try to cheer him up.
Touching footage showed them singing to lift his spirits, but Drogba was overcome with emotion and tears instead of joining in with joy.
Ghanaians react to Drogba’s video
The video has sparked reactions from social media users.
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cyril_emmanuel07 said:
Remember sickness comes instantly but it takes time to heal brother you will be very strong soon in Jesus name
notoriouschiefgh said:
Brother you have no idea how many times I say a prayer for you a day since I heard the news God is your healer you will be fine and back on our screens again soon I believe
cakeempressgh said:
I pray this guy is ok he really made us love Yolo I pray helpers far and near locate him IJN Amen
thekingskido said:
Alas……… when our books are laid aside and we scatter for a while, gather here if you attend this great institution ❤
Drogba’s sister breaks down in tears as she talks about the YOLO star’s condition
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that the news of the deteriorating health condition of young Ghanaian actor Drogba shocked many netizens.
After battling the demyelinating disease for nearly three years, the actor finally called on the public for support.
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His sister opened up about how things have been for the actor since his diagnosis.
Source: YEN.com.gh