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Actress Halima Abubakar has publicly cried out for financial help after battling a serious illness for years. In a tearful Instagram video, she revealed her struggles, selling her cars to cover medical expenses. Halima also accused Nollywood colleagues of abandoning her and called on the Kogi State government for assistance.

Actress Halima Abubakar has publicly called for financial help, revealing her struggles after facing serious health issues. In a tearful Instagram video on February 18, 2025, she explained how her condition has left her unable to work in Nollywood for over six years. Halima shared her desperate situation, stating that she has been forced to sell her cars and belongings to cover medical expenses, including an MRI and treatment for high blood pressure. She also expressed her frustration over being abandoned by industry colleagues, claiming that no one in Nollywood communicates with her anymore.

Despite her suffering, Halima denied rumors that she is faking her illness, stressing the emotional toll of constantly begging for financial aid. The actress, who had once been wealthy, is now appealing to the governor of Kogi State and other officials for support, asking Nigerians to help tag them in a plea for assistance.

She closed her video with a heartfelt message, pleading for help as she navigates both her health and financial challenges.