Within hours, users raised almost ₦12 million for Egokuwait, a woman who has fought a recurring keloid for most of her life. Nigerians on X once again showed the power of strangers coming together to help someone in need.
A Childhood Piercing That Changed Everything
Egokuwait, an active X user, shared her story online. Her keloid started in infancy, after her mother tried to pierce her ear. Since then, the growth has shaped her life.
Several surgeries have failed to solve the problem. Each time, the keloid grew back bigger, and it sometimes filled with fluid that she had to drain herself. 
A Treatment That Nearly Went Wrong
One treatment nearly left Ego partially paralysed, so she stopped it. That setback made her cautious, but she kept looking for a safer option.
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New Hope at LASUTH for Keloid Surgery
Ego recently visited the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), where a doctor gave her fresh hope. The doctor plans to remove the keloid and then treat her with chemotherapy to stop it from coming back.
Years of treatment have drained the finances of Ego and her family, and she cannot afford the next stage. So she asked X users for help.
Strangers Step In to Contribute for Egokuwait Keloid Surgery
Donations started flowing almost immediately. Some users sent ₦1 million, while others sent ₦1,000. Many tagged their friends and urged them to give, and the appeal spread fast.
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Don Jazzy Joins the Cause for Egokuwait Surgery
The wave of support caught the attention of music executive Don Jazzy, who donated ₦5 million.
Where the Fund Stands Now
Ego has now received almost ₦12 million. That total includes pledges that have not yet reflected in her account, which she plans to sort out on Monday.
What Happens Next
The funds put Ego on course to undergo her surgery. Her supporters now hope for a smooth operation and a recovery without a recurrence.
We wish Egokuwait a successful surgery and a speedy recovery.
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