Nigerian veteran Yoruba actress Margaret Bandele Olayinka, popularly known as Iya Gbonkan, has received an overwhelming outpouring of support from Nigerians after she appealed for help. The renowned actress, with a long-standing career in the entertainment industry, recently shared her struggles of not owning a car and relying on public transportation for her mobility.
Gist Reel previously reported Iya Gbonkan's heartfelt plea, where she expressed her desire for fans to celebrate her while she is still alive rather than waiting to honor her after her passing. She candidly revealed the challenges she faces in her daily routine, which involves boarding buses to reach her destinations, despite her illustrious acting career.
Moved by her story, Nigerians rallied together to support Iya Gbonkan. Pastor Gabriel, after seeing the viral video, reached out to the actress and personally visited her in Osogbo. Fueled by his compassion, he took immediate action by mobilizing funds from generous individuals worldwide to help make her dream of owning a car a reality. The response from the public has been tremendous, with donations pouring in to support Iya Gbonkan's car and housing project. As of the latest reports, over 5 million Naira has been contributed towards her cause.
This heartfelt gesture demonstrates the unity and compassion of Nigerians, who have come together to uplift one of their beloved veteran actresses. Additionally, fellow Nollywood actresses Abeni Agbon and Tamotiye, who reside nearby, also showed their support by contributing 500,000 Naira towards Iya Gbonkan's goal.
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