In an emotional plea to Nigerians, popular Nollywood actress Adanma Luke has opened up about the deep emotional and financial struggles she has been facing following a tragic incident that claimed the lives of several crew members while working on a project for her.
The incident, which took place on a film set where Adanma Luke was the producer, resulted in the death of several individuals, including fellow actor Jnr Pope. The exact details of the tragedy have not been fully disclosed, but it has been a source of immense grief and controversy within the Nigerian entertainment industry.
In the months following the tragedy, Adanma has largely remained out of the public eye, dealing with the loss privately. However, the emotional toll has become increasingly apparent, prompting her to share her struggles with her followers on social media.
On her official Instagram page, Adanma Luke posted a video where she spoke candidly about the overwhelming impact the tragedy has had on her life. In the video, the actress, visibly distraught, expressed her deep sorrow over the loss of lives and her ongoing battle with mental health issues.
She revealed that the incident has left her questioning why such a tragedy had to happen to her, despite believing that it was destined by God.
“I didn’t even know what depression was until this whole incident happened. I’m gradually losing my life. I’m regretting a lot of things,” Adanma said in the video. She went on to describe the emotional burden of knowing that those who died had come to work for her, a realization that has haunted her ever since.
The actress disclosed that she has been taking care of the families of those who lost their lives, a responsibility that has added to her already significant stress.
“My baby wasn’t even up to three months when this thing happened. You all can’t even imagine all what I went through, but please Nigerians, forgive me,” she pleaded. Adanma’s words highlighted the immense pressure she has been under, not only to cope with her own grief but also to support the bereaved families financially.
She also addressed rumors that had been circulating about her personal life, particularly claims that she had gone on vacation. Adanma clarified that she had traveled for business, in an attempt to regain some stability and to earn money to continue supporting herself and the families affected by the tragedy.
One Instagram user commented, “Her mental health definitely won’t be good right now… it’s just a very tragic situation altogether,” capturing the sentiment of those who empathize with her plight.
