Halima Abubakar Reveals Painful Nollywood Experience: ‘They Left Me To Die

Nollywood actress Halima Abubakar has opened up about the difficult period she experienced while battling ill health, revealing that some of her colleagues failed to check on her during the challenging period.

The actress said the experience left her disappointed and hurt, but she has chosen not to hold grudges against those she felt did not support her.

According to Bush Radio Academy, Abubakar explained that misunderstandings within the entertainment industry are sometimes caused by rumours, assumptions and incomplete information. She said people who had concerns about her should have contacted her directly rather than relying on what they heard from others.

“I didn’t say they abandoned me. We are not friends. You know how it is in an industry. When one person says one thing, every other person assumes that’s the truth. So, I don’t blame them,” she said.

The actress also recalled how she was placed on an indefinite suspension after she had submitted a report, saying she expected those involved to communicate with her rather than make assumptions about the situation.

Abubakar said she received little or no support from some colleagues while she was seriously ill, claiming that nobody was sent to check on her.

“You didn’t visit me when I was sick, nothing. They didn’t send anybody. They just left me to die, but God said I will live,” she said.

Despite the experience, Abubakar maintained that she did not believe anyone owed her anything and said she had chosen to move forward without resentment.

“They don’t owe me anything, and I do not owe them anything,” she stated.

The actress credited her survival and recovery to her faith, describing God as instrumental in helping her overcome the difficult period.

“God has been wonderful. You would not know that I’ve gone through what I’ve gone through. God has worked in me heavily because without God in my life, I don’t know what I would have done,” she said.

Abubakar added that her experience had not changed the love she has for her colleagues, explaining that some of them might have acted based on narratives they heard from other people.

She said she had observed the different reactions, attitudes and judgments surrounding her situation but was now more focused on the future.

“So many people didn’t expect me to survive, but I am here. I saw everything. Everybody’s character and the judgment they passed, I saw everything. But we’re not talking about the past. We’re talking about the future, and I’m a changed person,” she said.

The actress also expressed gratitude to people who supported her during her health crisis, particularly those who assisted her with medical care and other forms of support.

Abubakar singled out Nigerian musician Patoranking as one of the people who responded positively when she reached out for assistance. She also mentioned Ahmed Musa among those who showed her kindness.

According to the actress, she contacted music executive Don Jazzy several times but did not receive a response, saying she sent him 19 messages without getting a reply.

She also praised former Big Brother Naija housemate Mercy Eke, whom she said surprised her with the level of support she offered.

Abubakar further acknowledged the contributions of some of her younger colleagues, including Destiny Etiko, Lizzy Gold, Monica Friday, Queeneth Agbor and Regina Daniels, whom she credited with providing significant support, including assistance with medical treatment.

“It’s something I cannot say thank you enough for,” she added.