Award-winning singer Adekunle Gold has launched the “5 Star Care” initiative on World Sickle Cell Day.
The “Orente” artist is making good his vow to support individuals living with sickle cell disease.
Partnering with the Lagos State Ministry of Health and the Sickle Cell Management Initiative, the program will provide free health insurance to 1,000 people in Lagos affected by the condition.
The initiative builds on Adekunle Gold’s ongoing efforts to uplift sickle cell warriors, including a previous medical outreach that supported over 300 individuals and a scholarship program for those living with the disease to study music business.
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Having lived with sickle cell anaemia since birth, the singer has frequently shared his struggles, from debilitating pain crises to feelings of isolation due to widespread misconceptions about the condition.
Announcing the initiative, Adekunle Gold said,
“5 Star Care isn’t just an initiative, it’s a promise, a promise to ensure that sickle cell warriors are seen, heard, and cared for. We’re starting small by providing free health insurance to 1,000 people living with sickle cell in Lagos State. But this is only the beginning.”
Through “5 Star Care,” he hopes to create lasting change and provide meaningful support to those navigating life with sickle cell.
In April, Adekunle Gold mocked fellow artist Joeboy for losing a N3 million bet on Real Madrid to beat Arsenal.
The match occurred in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal tie at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, April 9th.
Hours before the game, Joeboy shared a screenshot of a bet he placed on Madrid to beat the hosts.
If Madrid had beaten Arsenal, the singer would have won N10.3 million. However, the Gunners’ 3-0 victory over the Spanish team means Joeboy lost his bet.
Sharing the bet slip via X, Joeboy Cashing out on Arsenal tears tonight!”
After the game, Adekunle Gold reposted the tweet, writing:
“Lmao. You don go blow stream money . Next time face your club.”
