A family member has risen like a Good Samaritan for star rapper and hip hop act, Eedris Abdulkareem in this time of his great need.
Eedris has been diagnosed with kidney failure and already has a date for transplant.
In a rare gesture, the relative is offering the vital organ, which the artiste’s spokesperson, Myke Pam, says is in compliance with standards.
Also indicating that Eedris is not begging for money, Pam says all that Abdulkareem asked for are prayers and good wishes, adding that he has been undergoing dialysis since the ailment was discovered.
A statement by him, titled: ‘Asking for your prayers for Eedris Abdulkareem!’, reads:
“The Nigerian Hip Hop Czar, Social Crusader and Rights Activist, Eedris Abdulkareem of “Nigeria Jaga Jaga” fame needs the sincere and unalloyed prayers of all Nigerians and his fans around the world in these hours of his travails.
“The Lakreem Entertainment Inc. boss has recently been diagnosed with kidney failure and has been undergoing dialysis since the detection at a reputable hospital here in Lagos, Nigeria.
“The date for the transplant surgery is now fixed for the end of this month of July, and all arrangements and texts have been concluded, including certifying the compatibility status of the gracious donor (a family member).
“Therefore, on behalf of the Abdulkareem family and Lakreem Entertainment Inc., we most sincerely ask for prayers and good wishes for Eedris, as we face these challenging times.
“It’s pertinent to add here that thankfully, Eedris is full of life and in high spirit as he is bustling to go. Definitely, he’s going to come out of this and blaze up the musical stage again in due course.
“Actually, his spirit emboldens us. We shall be updating you as we continue with this life saving process. May God continue to bless, protect and abide with us all. Amen.”
