Nollywood actress Kemi Afolabi has expressed gratitude to her Maker amid her battle with Lupus. In a social media post, she said she never imagined how much courage life would ask of her. She said that the trauma helped her overcome her fears, the resilience her body found standing in the storm and choosing to keep going regardless. She said that despite it all, she has so much to be grateful for.
“Never imagined how much courage life would ask of me. The trauma to overcome fears, the resilience my body found standing in the storm, and choosing to keep going regardless. Still, I’ve got so much to be thankful for. Alhamdulilahi”. While celebrating her daughter’s birthday, Afolabi revealed that 2026 had been tough for them, as her lupus flare came on so strongly, leading to multiple surgeries, but her daughter was stronger.
She praised her daughter for being by her side during the sad and happy moments, and promised to celebrate her always. The Yoruba actress had poured out her heart to her supporters in an emotional note. She appreciated them for constantly checking and showing love and support to her, saying they give her the strength to keep fighting to live. When the movie star, turned a new age in April, she asserted that she was proof that God exist.
She said she was forever grateful. Still basking in gratitude, Kemi shared a video of herself celebrating her birthday at home, declaring that she is a rare gem. While addressing her haters, she noted how her haters can’t stand that they can’t humble, shame, or break her. She further noted how they can’t embarrass or make her feel less about herself. In another post, she said she is powerful on her own and doesn’t need to team up to win a fight.
Recall that in 2023, Kemi Afolabi disclosed in an interview that she had been diagnosed with lupus and had just five more years to live. Speaking out about her mental health, she revealed that she had a mental breakdown over her illness, and recounted how she experienced anxiety, exhaustion, and depression. However, having great people around her helped her heal.
