Nollywood actress Chidera Adiele publicly appeals for help over her brother’s mental health challenges, describing a long-running struggle involving drug addiction and mental illness. According to her statements in a shared video, she says her brother has been battling the condition for several years, with both outlets reporting that the issue has lasted around seven years and that it began in 2019. Adiele says the situation has been difficult for her and her family, and she calls on the public and relevant support systems to step in.

Both reports frame the appeal as an urgent request for assistance rather than a medical diagnosis or a specific treatment plan. The outlets emphasize that she is seeking help for her brother’s wellbeing and coping with the ongoing effects of substance use and mental health symptoms. While the reports do not provide additional details about the type of support needed, the shared message is that the family is still looking for effective help as the condition continues.