“I Lost My Memory for 3 Months” — Nollywood Actor Lekan Olatunji Recounts Brush with Death After Ghastly Accident
Popular Yoruba actor, Lekan Olatunji, has opened up about a dark chapter in his life that almost ended not just his career, but his life.
In a heartfelt interview with Celebrity Gists, the veteran Nollywood star revealed that he was involved in a terrible accident that left him hospitalized for three months — and worse, suffering from memory loss.
“There was a time I had an accident and it wasn’t easy. I was in the hospital for three months with memory loss. So I thank God for His grace,” Olatunji said.
The actor, known for his powerful performances in Yoruba films, shared that the ordeal involved multiple surgeries, including on his skull, and a recovery that left even his doctor friends stunned.
“They saw my skull... They were shocked. They said if they hadn’t seen it themselves, they wouldn’t have believed it. But I thank God because it wasn’t easy,” he added.
💭 Opinion: A Story of Pain, Hope, and the Unseen Battles of Celebrities
We often see actors on our screens, smiling, acting, entertaining — and we assume they have it all together. But Lekan Olatunji’s story reminds us that behind the scenes, stars bleed too.
The gravity of his accident — from losing memory to surviving skull surgery — is a testimony to the resilience that lies beneath his fame. His ability to bounce back not just physically, but emotionally, deserves celebration.
It’s easy to praise actors for their roles, but stories like Olatunji’s make us appreciate the humanity behind the spotlight. He’s not just a star — he’s a survivor.
His words, “Give the doctors their praise and God His glory,” reflect humility, strength, and deep gratitude, which many fans are now echoing online.
🌐 Fans React:
“God really kept this man for a purpose. More grace sir!” — @femi_nollywood
“We need to protect our stars better. May God bless the hands that healed him.” — @mrs_ayoola
“From memory loss to movie sets, what a testimony!” — @actorfans_ng
✨ Final Thoughts:
In an industry where noise often overshadows the real stories, Lekan Olatunji’s revelation hits deep. It's a wake-up call to check on our heroes, to honor those who not only entertain us but survive silent battles we may never understand.
His comeback is not just a return to film — it’s a return to life.
📌 #LekanOlatunji #MiracleRecovery #YorubaActorStrong #SurvivorInSpotlight #NollywoodNews
