Veteran Nollywood actor Tom Njemanze has called on the public for financial assistance as he undergoes treatment for cancer.

In a video currently making rounds on social media, the ailing actor, who is hospitalized, appealed for support to cover the cost of his medical care.

Filmmaker Stanley Ontop, who shared the video on Instagram, disclosed that Njemanze has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and is in urgent need of surgery.

He wrote, “Hello guys, one of our Nollywood legends is sick and needs urgent surgery. Sir Tom Njemanze has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, and he needs your support to undergo surgery. Nothing is too small, fams. Help our legend live again.”

Tom Njemanze is widely recognized for his roles in films such as Issakaba, Tokunboh, Atosa, Pounds and Dollars, Osuofia in London, Igbotic Love, and Brain Box.

His appeal comes just four months after fellow veteran actor John Amaefule also sought financial help while battling a partial stroke and cancer.