Key Points
- Adekunle Gold confirms he continues to experience sickle cell crises occasionally. His condition has, however, improved with better health care.
- The singer credits access to resources and lifestyle changes for reduced pain. He remains thankful for the progress he has made so far.
- Gold urges Nigerians to know their genotype early. He says awareness can prevent future cases like his.
Singer Adekunle Gold has opened up about his ongoing battle with sickle cell anaemia, saying that he still experiences painful crises even after years of success.
The 38-year-old revealed that although the severity has reduced, the health challenge still affects him from time to time. In a past interview, the singer discussed his struggles growing up with the condition.
According to Gold, the improvement in his health came after he began taking better care of himself and gained access to quality medical support. He said his ability to manage his lifestyle has been key to controlling the disease.
“I still have crises once in a while, but not as bad as I had it when I was a child. Maybe because I’ve found a way to take care of myself properly. I’m grateful to God for the resources to be able to do that,” he stated.
The father of one said he remains thankful for the opportunity to live a healthier life and emphasised that self-awareness and preventive care are essential for managing the condition.
Adekunle Gold, whose real name is Adekunle Almoruf Kosoko, also spoke about the importance of genotype education among couples and families. He previously used his social media to raise awareness about genetic compatibility.
“Knowing your genotype is very important,” he said. “It’s sad that many people still don’t understand the risks. Unfortunately for me, my parents are both sickle-cell carriers and brought me into the world. That’s why I’m passionate about creating more awareness.”
The singer’s openness has drawn praise from fans and health advocates who view his story as a symbol of resilience and advocacy for better genotype education in Nigeria.
