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Ufuoma McDermott Shares Battle with Stage 4 Kidney Disease
In an interview with well-known media personality Chude Jideonwo, actress and producer Ufuoma McDermott bravely opened up about her struggle with Stage 4 kidney disease.
Her journey with this challenging illness, she shared, has been marked by pain, hardship, and reflection.
The onset of her health troubles began after a heartbreaking loss – her younger brother passed away from kidney disease, a tragedy that left her not only grieving but also facing a medical crisis soon after.
Reflecting on her journey, McDermott explained that her illness started with a diagnosis of Stage 3 kidney disease, which could have been manageable if treated early.
However, the pressures of life and work led her to delay seeking help.
As a result, her condition worsened, progressing to Stage 4, an advanced stage of kidney disease that places severe strain on the body and mind.
McDermott acknowledged that her battle with kidney disease was intensified by years of painkiller use.
Chronic pain, which she had endured for years, made painkillers a constant in her life.
While they offered temporary relief, this dependency became harmful over time, causing more damage than she initially realized.
She recalls her lowest points, saying that just last year, she truly feared for her life as her health spiralled, and she came face-to-face with the possibility of dying.
“I had really pushed my body, and by the time I was diagnosed, I was already bordering on Stage 4,” she admitted.
“Last year was incredibly difficult; there were times I genuinely thought it was over for me.”
The actress, who has been quietly battling chronic kidney disease for more than a decade, reflected on the personal and professional toll it took on her, not just physically but emotionally and mentally as well.
Chude Jideonwo, who has long been known for his candid and empathetic interviews, provided a safe space for McDermott to share her story.
Known for exploring people’s emotional journeys and struggles, Jideonwo brought out her story in a way that shed light on the often-overlooked impact of kidney disease and the realities of living with chronic illness.
Two Nigerian music stars, Rema and Asake, have earned a place in former U.S. President Barack Obama’s annual list of favorite songs for 2024.
On Saturday, Obama shared his handpicked selection of tracks from the year, and both artists’ songs were included.
Rema’s hit single Yayo and Asake’s collaboration with Travis Scott on Active made the prestigious list..
The list also saw the inclusion of another African artist, South Africa’s Tyla, who was featured for her song Jump, a track featuring Gunna and Skillibeng.
In addition to the African stars, Nigerian-American singers Shaboozey and Jordan Adetunji also appeared on Obama’s playlist.
Shaboozey’s A Bar Song and Adetunji’s Kehlani were celebrated for their unique sound, adding diversity to the mix.
As expected, the list also featured big names from the global music scene, with legendary artists like Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, and Karol G all making an appearance.
These mainstream stars continue to dominate the music industry, but Obama’s inclusion of emerging artists such as Rema and Asake shows his appreciation for a variety of musical genres.
On sharing his list with his followers via X (formerly Twitter), Obama encouraged fans to explore the tracks, saying, “Here are my favorite songs from this year!
Check them out if you’re looking to shake up your playlist, and let me know if there’s a song or artist I should make sure to listen to.”
Welcome Back To The Weekend! Today we’ll be going back to Nigerian Singer, Olamide’s Hit Songs. Olamide released his first single titled “Eni Duro” in 2011.
Now here’s a list of Some of his biggest hits;
1. Motigbana
2. Loading
3. Lagos Boys
4. First Of All
5. Durosoke
6. Eni Duro
7. Wo!!
8. Melo Melo
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