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Actress Sarah Martins has openly criticized Blessing Okoro, also known as Blessing CEO, who recently disclosed her struggle with stage four breast cancer. In her remarks, Sarah accused Blessing of mocking a deceased woman and suggested she would suffer severe consequences.
US President Donald Trump announced that Susie Wiles, the White House Chief of Staff, has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer but will continue her duties while receiving treatment. The President expressed confidence in her prognosis and praised her commitment.
In 2023, Nigeria reported 53,500 new breast cancer cases, marking a staggering 542.9% increase since 1990. The findings underscore a broader trend in Africa, which is experiencing significant rises in breast cancer burdens.
A man allegedly fabricated his deceased partner's will and staged a wedding in Cyprus to seize her ₤500,000 inheritance after she passed away from breast cancer. The high court ruled the documents to be forgeries.
Senator Mao Ohuabunwa has called on the federal government to consider declaring a national emergency to combat cancer, particularly emphasizing the need for improved care for breast cancer patients.
The Africa Women Cancer’s Awareness Association (AWCAA) has raised alarms over late breast cancer diagnoses in Nigeria, emphasizing the urgent need for increased awareness and early detection. Founder Mrs. Ify Nwabukwu noted that a significant percentage of patients are diagnosed at advanced stages, complicating treatment.
Ugochukwu Emeharam, a police inspector, is urgently seeking help to bury his daughter who passed away from breast cancer in March 2025. The financial burdens from her treatment have left him unable to afford the funeral costs.
