The immediate past President of the Association of Nigeria Theatre Arts Practitioners (ANTP) and Veteran actor, Adewale Elesho, underwent facial surgery a week after concerned fans expressed worry about an injury to his face.
Announcing the development, Oluwafemi Adejonwo, better known as Femson, the National Publicity Secretary of the association, said via a Facebook post that the operation was successful and that Elesho was stable and recovering
In his words, “By God’s grace, his operation was successful. “He is doing well and recovering. Thank you all for the calls, prayers and concern.We appreciate you. Continue to pray for his speedy recovery.”
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In an earlier statement, the association said, “In recent days, there have been several posts on social media concerning the health of our dear brother, Prince Adewale Adeoye ELESHO, the immediate past President of the Association of Nigeria Theatre Arts Practitioners – ANTP, with many speculations including skin cancer. We hereby confirm that the operation was successful. He is stable and recuperating well.”
Concerns about Elesho’s health grew after a visible injury on his face was noticed during the burial of veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, in Ilaro, Ogun State.
The injury sparked concerns amongst many fans, while some suggested that the actor could be suffering from skin cancer. However, the association did not disclose the nature of Elesho’s operation or confirm that he had been diagnosed with skin cancer.
Elesho was among colleagues who attended events held in honour of Ogogo before and after his death.
