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“Julius Must Not Die!” Friends Cry Out, Rally Round To Raise Funds As Popular Comedian & “Crack Ya Ribs” Initiator Julius Agwu Battles Brain Tumor Affliction In London Hospital
…associates remain anonymous to avoid accusation of leveraging on his condition
“Julius must not die” is the sing song on the lips of friends and associates of popular comedian Julius Agwu at present.
The creator of music comedy labelled ‘’Okombo’’ is currently battling brain tumour affliction abroad.
He is specifically battling for his life in a London Hospital.
The ailing humour merchant reportedly journeyed abroad to host his annual event- Crack Ya Ribs.
According to information available the put together supported by the Lagos state government was meant to be a part of this year’s Notting Hill Carnival.
The event described as an amazing array of sounds, colourful sights and social solidarity is tagged Europe’s biggest street party.
The Lagos government is taking part in the affair as part of the build up to the state’s 50th anniversary celebration.
‘’Julius’ Crack Ya Ribs show was meant to be one of the highlights ..but he couldn’t attend his own show’’ a source disclosed.
The caustic tongue comedian reportedly suffered a relapse of the brain tumour he underwent a major and successful surgery for a while back.
His situation is said to have become such that he remains bedridden according to emerging information.
And further revelations have it that friends and associates are currently rallying round to ensure he survives.
Details coming to fore have it that, efforts are being made to raise funds to ensure his treatment remains uninterrupted.
‘’and considering what the exchange rate it…that is some task’’ a source pointed out.
Efforts are also said to be ongoing to get the government and institution involved in efforts to achieve this ‘’task’’.
Those who have conviction in spiritual intervention are said to be ‘’praying fervently ‘’ to God for divine healing.
A public gesture that shows how serious those who care about the health and life of the bedridden comedian are taking his situation was recently made by writer and producer Zik Zulu Okafor.
The man of this and that part wrote on his social media, facebook page
“RISE ! RISE JULIUS ! RISE! You have no business lying on this bed ! You are a sprightly and springy soul, constantly on the move. You can’t be in pain and agony when you are the laugh merchant. You trade in smiles and laughter , you make it possible for us to afford a smile even in brutally challenging moments. So , why on earth, should Julius D’ Genius be held down in pain. It is a tragic irony in a tragic world. On this solemn afternoon, in my office, as I go down on my knees, I call on my God, that has never failed me. I call Him to lay his hands on you . And I decree that you are healed in Jesus name . You will rise and shine. My God will restore your health in full. You will return hale and hearty. You will spring to your sprightly self with all the zing and zest that define the quintessential Julius D’ Genius.
You are WELL . Rise Julius ! Rise and shine again ! The world waits for the new jokes from your vault of laughter. We need it to tame the pain of ailing economy. You must rise , Julius my bro. To all Nigerians, the Federal, state governments, I call on you now; let’s arise and save this man that keeps many traumatised Nigerians alive, heal many wounded souls with his jokes. He is a thriller and a healer. Let’s heal this healer of pains that is now in pain.God can do it for us. But we have a role to play. LET’S RISE TO SAVE JULIUS. WE CAN GIVE FINANCIAL OR SPIRITUAL SUPPORT AT THIS TIME . DO GIVE SOMETHING. GOD SAVE JESÚS! GOD BLESS YOU ! In Jesus Name….Amen !!
The Post which brings the reality of the plight of Julius Agwu closer home to those many is said to have helped generated greater interests in his life threatening condition.
prior to Okafor’s public move, colleagues and associates have opted to remain anonymous to avoid allegations and accusations of leveraging on his situation for publicity stunt(s).
”but that is not helping the situation..they need to raise money and fast and they need to create awareness because you never know who can help out” a source disclosed.
The gravity of the situation reportedly forced Okafor to bring the situation to the public domain – a move that is already attracting different shades of opinion amongst friends, associates and colleagues of the ailing comedian.


