Jide Kosoko is a veteran Nigerian actor
Nollywood veteran Jide Kosoko has spoken about his long battle with diabetes, disclosing that he has been living with the condition since 1996.
The respected actor shared details of his health journey during a recent interview with African A-List actors, where he discussed his efforts to maintain his health despite the challenges.
Kosoko's account offered a glimpse into the personal concerns that come with managing a long-term health condition while continuing to live life.
Speaking during the interview, the actor said he had been diabetic for three decades and continued to take steps to manage his health.
"I have been diabetic since 1996, and I continue to maintain myself, but I do not want to die," Kosoko said.
The actor did not provide further details about his treatment or the specific measures he takes to manage his diabetes.
However, his account highlighted a health journey that has spanned several decades.
Jide Kosoko opens up about cancer screening
Beyond his experience with diabetes, Kosoko also spoke about undergoing a medical test intended to check whether cancer was developing in his body.
According to the actor, the test is carried out every five years and involves being put to sleep.
He described the experience as frightening, explaining that the possibility of not waking up after being put to sleep weighed on his mind.
"They wanted to check my body to see if cancer was not developing there. It is done every five years, and I will be put to sleep," he said.
Kosoko added that the experience made him conscious of the risks he associated with the procedure.
Watch the Instagram video of Jide Kosoko's interview here:
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