“This is painful to watch” – TikTok live video of Veteran Actor Baba Abija begging for money sparks concern

Baba Abija's plea for financial assistance on that TikTok live session cuts deep into the heart of societal neglect. It's a stark indictment of a system that can elevate its stars to dizzying heights yet leave them vulnerable and exposed when the spotlight fades. His courage to share his vulnerability on a public platform demands and compels us to extend empathy and support to those whose contributions to our cultural landscape often go unseen.

By Samuel David
2 months Ago

In a heart-wrenching spectacle, the cinematic titan with the embodiment of indigenous heritage, now a shadow of his former self, was heartbreakingly seen on TikTok live, pleading with his followers for financial aid.
His desperate cries for help painted a stark picture of his dire circumstances, leaving many Netizens shattered and heartbroken.

Tajudeen Oyewole, the revered Nigerian thespian better known as Abija, has taken to the virtual stage of social media in a desperate cry for financial support.

At 66 years old, this iconic actor, renowned for his riveting portrayals of traditionalists in Yoruba cinema, now seemingly finds himself in a heartbreaking predicament.

In a TikTok live session that has since gone viral, Abija laid bare his plight, engaging with his loyal fans in an emotional appeal for help.

With the weight of his years and legacy behind him, he fervently prayed for his followers, invoking blessings as he implored them to assist him financially.

The gravity of his situation was palpable as he provided his bank account details, hoping that the goodwill of his fans would help alleviate his financial woes.

“We will send it now Larry Larry. We will send it to the comment section. You will not be trapped by the evil people of this world. You will not live alone,” he said in Yoruba in the TikTok video

“You will grow old. Larry you will grow in sound health. I have sent the account details to the comment section of Baba Legba. I appreciate you.

“You will also not beg to survive. The real Igbalaye, thank you. You will not suffer in life. The account is in the comment section posted by Baba Legba. Thank you, everyone.”

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Wait , No be this man be this 👀? pic.twitter.com/LYxcmxgd01

— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) July 15, 2024

Countless users who stumbled upon the gut-wrenching scene on the X platform were plunged into deep sorrow, lamenting how a revered figure like Baba Abija had been reduced to begging for money.

The outpouring of grief was palpable, with many furiously blaming the crushing hardships that have gripped the nation.

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