Nollywood actress and singer Angela Okorie has made a shocking revelation, disclosing that fragments from a bullet fired at her during a 2019 assassination attempt are still lodged in her head. The actress, who narrowly escaped death in the widely publicized attack, shared an emotional update on her health this week via social media, expressing the toll the lingering injuries have taken on her life.
In a video posted to her official Instagram page, Okorie revealed that the past two weeks have been particularly difficult, as she has been in and out of multiple hospitals undergoing a series of scans and diagnostic tests. According to the actress, she began experiencing worrying symptoms such as blurry vision, chronic headaches, and fatigue, prompting her to seek urgent medical attention.
“Last two weeks have been so hectic, lovers,” she wrote in her caption. “It has been from visiting one hospital to another, running a series of tests on my head and body. I have not been feeling too well either, so my doctor advised that I should be placed on bed rest. Seriously, good health is underestimated.”
She went on to explain that the tests revealed additional bullet fragments still present in her skull—remnants from the brutal attack that almost claimed her life nearly six years ago. “I went for my checkups and found out that there were still fragments of bullet in my head,” she said. “As years go by, even more bullets still come out. But at the end of the day, God showeth mercy. God is with me, no doubt, and may His name be praised.”
The video, which included footage of her receiving medical care and lying in a hospital bed, has sparked an outpouring of support from fans and fellow celebrities, many of whom were unaware that the actress was still dealing with the physical aftermath of the traumatic incident.
Angela Okorie was the victim of a targeted gun attack in December 2019 while returning home from a performance. According to her initial account, a group of armed men ambushed her vehicle and opened fire, with one of the bullets hitting her in the head. She survived the encounter but suffered multiple injuries and was hospitalized for weeks. Images of her blood-streaked face, bandaged head, and bruised body shocked her fans at the time and went viral across Nigerian media.
Although the incident occurred over half a decade ago, Okorie has continued to allege that the attack was not random, but rather a carefully orchestrated attempt on her life. She has publicly claimed on several occasions that individuals within the Nollywood film industry were responsible, though she has refrained from naming anyone specifically.
In past interviews and social media posts, the actress has hinted at betrayal and sabotage from people she once considered colleagues and friends. “I know who you are,” she once wrote ominously in 2020. “I have forgiven a lot in life, but this I will never forget. You wanted me dead. But God said no.”
Despite ongoing calls from fans and the public for justice, the case has seen little progress. No arrests have been made, and law enforcement agencies have not issued any public updates on investigations into the attempted assassination.
Angela Okorie’s revelation this week about the lingering bullet fragments has reignited public conversation about the attack, with many Nigerians questioning why justice has still not been served. Others have used the moment to highlight the physical and emotional toll that victims of violence often carry long after the headlines fade.
Known for her fierce personality and bold roles on screen, Okorie has long maintained that her faith in God has kept her alive. Her latest post reaffirms this conviction, with the actress repeatedly referencing divine mercy and spiritual protection. She closed her message with a signature phrase—“#legitqueen”—which her followers have come to associate with her resilience.
The actress, who transitioned into music after recovering from the 2019 attack, has since released multiple singles and continues to work on creative projects. Despite health setbacks, she has appeared in a handful of films and music videos, showing fans that she remains undeterred in her pursuit of art and truth.
In the wake of her recent disclosure, fellow entertainers, including Destiny Etiko, Uche Elendu, Zubby Michael, and Anita Joseph, have sent her messages of encouragement. “You are a warrior, and God’s hand is surely upon you,” wrote one. “Keep fighting, Queen.”
Mental health advocates have also weighed in, using Angela’s story to call attention to the importance of trauma care, post-incident therapy, and comprehensive rehabilitation for survivors of violence in Nigeria. “This isn’t just about Angela. It’s about what victims go through in silence—pain that never goes away, wounds that reopen with every headache or flashback,” said Sarah Okonkwo, a psychologist with a Lagos-based trauma clinic.
As Angela Okorie continues her recovery journey, she has vowed not to stay silent. In past statements, she has promised to document her experiences through film or music, and perhaps even publish a memoir detailing the harrowing night that changed her life forever.
For now, however, she is focused on healing.
“I’m on bed rest, and I’m taking it one day at a time,” she told fans in her video. “Thank you all for the love, the prayers, and the messages. It’s not easy. But by God’s grace, I’m still standing.”
Reporting by Africa Live News
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