Nigeria, June 25 -- A video of Nollywood actor Ifeanyi Ezeokeke, popularly known as "Ugo Shave Me," has surfaced online, appealing for aid amidst alignment.

Mr Ezeokeke, who was famous as a child actor during the late 90s and early 2000s, has suffered an undisclosed illness that has kept him bedridden and away from the screen for years.

A viral video shared on Wednesday by social media influencer Emmanuel Okwuluora showed the actor seated with the aid of his mother and Mr Okwuluora, appearing frail.

Mr Okwuluora, while appealing for assistance, claimed that the actor has been battling illness for about 19 years.

He also alleged that Mr Ezeokeke lost his father as a result of his illness and that his mother, who is said to have suffere...