VIDEO: Nollywood actor Harry B Anyanwu appeals for help to restore Maureen Okpoko’s sight

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Veteran Nigerian actor and musician, Harry B Anyanwu, has appealed to Nollywood actors and members of the public to support actress Maureen Okpoko, who reportedly lost her sight several years ago.

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In a video circulating on X on Monday, Anyanwu said the actress needs financial support to access treatment that could help restore her vision.

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The veteran actor, who said he was with Okpoko in Enugu State, urged colleagues in the Nigerian film industry to come to her aid.

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“I am right here in Enugu with my sister of inestimable value, Maureen Okpoko. Nollywood, let’s reach out to her and support her. She’s blind, but she can restore her sight,” he said.

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Anyanwu also called on actors, actresses and well-meaning Nigerians to contribute towards the veteran actress’ treatment.

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He stressed that collective support could give Okpoko an opportunity to regain her sight and return to good health.

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Watch the video below:

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𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎: 𝐍𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐲𝐰𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐲 𝐁 𝐀𝐧𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐰𝐮 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐓𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐎𝐤𝐩𝐨𝐤𝐨’𝐬 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭

Credit: X | ChuksEricE

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August 3, 2026

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