Good news is always the best news!
Veteran actor Sadiq Daba has announced that tests have shown that his leukaemia is in remission, and his prostate cancer did not find spread.
Journalist Azuka Jebose shared the good news on his Facebook page. He shared a transcript of a phone call he had with Sadiq Daba, who he said asked him to relay the message to Nigerians. The actor says he would be an oncologist on Monday.
The transcript of Sadiq Baba message reads:
“Azuka, morning o! ( well, it’s morning here in London), how you dey my brother? Before I start with you, please help me tell Nigerians that I am profoundly grateful for giving me hope to live again. Nigerians saved my life: my family and I remain eternally grateful.
“Done with the Doctors this week. All the test results for my prostate cancer did not find spread. I was told in Nigeria that it had spread to other organs of my body. But all tests here by specialists came back negative, with regards to the spread. It can be treated with drugs and injections.
“Also, the doctors, after tests for leukaemia, concluded that it is in remission. The specialists placed me on drugs to help with the remission. I will see an oncologist on Monday; no need for an operation(surgery) to open me up. In Nigeria, I was told I needed surgery. My brother na wa o.
“I am feeling like a sweepstakes winner. These treatments are very expensive sha. Where I for get the money? Na God send you, Soni Irabor, Dr Joe Okei Odumakin and compassionate Nigerians to me o.
“Doctors placed me, effective immediately, on hormone treatments; Azuka, can you believe that?: no spread found….your prayers WORKED!!!
“Will be here for another two weeks for observation and then head home to recuperate!!!!.
“Azuka, I feel spectacular. Shebi you hear my voice. God Bless Nigerians for this gift of life. Abeg help me thank them. I will live. My wife has been dancing non-stop o. I go call you again on Monday”
That is good. Quick recovery to you.