Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie recently spoke about her health challenges and the reason behind her sudden weight loss.

Many people started worrying after noticing how much weight she lost in a short time. This also became a popular topic on social media.

In a recent talk with veteran actress Joke Silva, Mercy revealed that she had a scary moment thinking she might have cancer. Because of this, she had surgery to remove her thyroid gland.

She explained, “I had a cancer scare, so I went through thyroid removal surgery. It was a difficult time for us because we have children, and my youngest was only six months old then. My husband and I had to accept this new situation and decided to go ahead with the surgery.”

Mercy added, “The doctors told me I would need to take medication for the rest of my life. We had to think carefully about it. They warned me not to miss my medicine and told me about the side effects. I am still getting used to it, and yes, my weight loss is part of this change. Now, I am learning to accept it and live with this new normal.”

Mercy Johnson’s story reminds us that behind sudden weight changes, there can be serious health issues. She shows strength and hope as she adjusts to her new life.