Nigeria Yoruba actress, Bisola Badmus, claimed she had been battling with encephalopathy, a disease of the brain.
Any brain disease that modifies the structure and function of the brain is referred to as encephalopathy.
Disturbances in brain function are the cause of issues such as disorientation and forgetfulness.
The actress took to her Instagram page to day to celebrate her birthday.
In the post, she disclosed that she had been battling the brain disease for over one year.
She said the ailment made her stay off social media and that her mother passed away during the period.
The actress also thanked her family and industry colleagues for their support during the challenging period.
“Thank you Lord for another amazing year to celebrate my new age in sound health.
“Over a year now I have been battling with health issues (Encephalopathy).
“I cannot even wish my enemy such illness. It was a tough one indeed.
“That made me to stay off social media for a long while now. In between, I lost my precious mother.
“Unquestionable God I thank you for everything particularly for me to witness yet another birthday of mine.
“I say thank you for keeping me alive till this moment because if not for God Almighty where would I have been?
“I will be ungrateful soul if I fail to appreciate the amazing people that stood by me during the challenging period.
“My family and friends, my colleagues in the movie industry, business associates and the brands I represent. Thank you all,” she wrote.
Morenikeji Adedayo is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, business, and public affairs.
