Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has shared an account of how he approached government officials to seek assistance for an ailing colleague.
According to a report published on October 10, Edochie said his appeal was followed by financial assistance of ₦500,000 the following week.
The legendary actor also described his relationship with political leaders in familial terms, explaining that he approaches them as an elder.
His account has brought attention to the potential role of influential personalities in advocating for people in need.

QUESTION:
Should Nigerian celebrities and respected public figures do more to help ordinary citizens access assistance from government?

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