- Nigerian actress Omowunmi Dada, in an Instagram post, revealed her long battle with leg pain leading to surgery
- The actress encouraged compassion and understanding for those hiding their struggles
- Fans and colleagues showed overwhelming support in response to her heartfelt post
Nollywood actress Omowunmi Dada has shared her health struggles with a leg pain that led to surgery, detailing her healing process on her official Instagram page.
In a video compilation of her journey through surgery and healing, she reflects on the pain she has quietly endured.
The post caption read,
"Sometimes, we carry our pain so quietly that the world celebrates us without realizing the weight we bear behind the scenes.
“I had been dealing with leg pain for so long, yet I continued to show up, walk through sets, and smile through moments—but deep down, I was weathering a storm."
Dada revealed the difficult decision to undergo surgery, expressing the emotional weight of losing control over basic movements.
She shared,
"The thought of losing control over the simple things we often take for granted—walking, using the bathroom, moving—was humbling. But God... He held me. I'm still healing, but my healing is beautiful."
She extended gratitude to her doctors, friends, and family for their support, saying,
"To my doctors @shopi07, thank you for your skill and patience. To my friends who visited, called, messaged, and showed love in various ways—thank you. To my family, your strength became my own."
Dada also offered encouragement to those facing their own hidden struggles,
"And to anyone experiencing private pain: I see you, I feel you, I pray healing finds you.
“Let's learn to extend grace. Not everything you see online reveals the whole story. Be kind, Be gentle. Life unfolds behind the scenes."
Her heartfelt message has resonated with fans and colleagues alike, who have rallied in support and shared their own experiences.
Reactions trail Omowunmi Dada's post
@ronkeoshodioke posted:” Thank God almighty for life, pělé lyá mí.”
@blessingjessicaobasi posted: “Thank God for healing dearest.”
@enioluwaofficial wrote: “Sending so much hugs, and love. Praying for the perfect healing. Lots of love, always!”
@omo_anono posted: “To think that this write up is similar to what I went through l recently makes it more relatable.
The free gift of walking, talking and moving our body is so underrated until it's no longer there.
Thank God for His grace that kept you all through the process. Your healing is permanent in Jesus name Amen.”
@Jideawobona posted: “Oluwaseun, pele OMOWUNMI, God is your strength. Get well pretty soon.”
@efeirele posted: “Come here girl🫂.”
@iamtonitones posted: “so sorry darling.”
@_charlseborn posted: “Get well soon darling.”
@mr_manana posted: “Padi mi…. Thank God. Shey make I do like the agbaya that I am ehn? Tamrugzzzz!”
@edehiaowenobaseki posted: “The balm of Gilead will perfect all that concerns you.”
Nigerians react as Jemima Osunde, Omowunmi Dada share life-threatening health experiences on set
Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier reported that Jemima Osunde revealed her three-year battle with a disease contracted on a movie set due to unsanitary food practices.
Omowunmi Dada also shared her near-fatal experience with sepsis and producer actions afterwards.
Mixed reactions trailed the revelation, and netizens gave their opinion on the actresses’ experience.