Ibrahim Mahama pledges to cover $88,000 surgery for YOLO star 'Drogba'
Ghanaian businessman Ibrahim Mahama has stepped in to fully fund a life-saving surgery for popular YOLO actor John Peasah, widely known as Drogba, following an appeal over his deteriorating health.
The actor has been battling a serious demyelinating neurological condition, a disease that affects the protective covering of nerves and can severely impact movement and bodily functions.
His condition reportedly requires urgent surgery estimated at $88,000.
Facing financial difficulties, the young actor had earlier appealed to the public for support as his condition worsened, drawing widespread concern across social media and entertainment circles.
According to reports, Ibrahim Mahama has now pledged to cover the full cost of the procedure, offering a lifeline to the actor and his family.
In a brief but powerful assurance, Mahama declared:
We shall not watch him die. I will cover all costs. I promised him.
John Peasah, known for his role in the popular Ghanaian youth television series YOLO (You Only Live Once), has built a strong fan base over the years, making news of his condition particularly distressing for many.
The appeal for support had triggered reactions from fans and industry figures, highlighting both the challenges faced by actors in accessing healthcare and the broader issue of medical funding in Ghana.