Veteran Nigerian actor Jide Kosoko has opened up about his 30-year struggle with diabetes.
Speaking in an interview on the Africa A-List podcast, the actor explained how he has been managing his health since his diagnosis because he wanted to stay alive.
Responding to criticism over his attendance at social functions while one of his colleagues was ill, Kosoko noted that he also had health challenges.
He urged his colleagues to take care of their health and undergo regular medical check-ups.
“They said someone is sick and Jide Kosoko still went to parties. Why shouldn’t I attend a party?
“I’ve been diabetic since 1996 till date, and I’ve continued to maintain myself because I don’t want to die at all. I was recently informed about a particular test called colonoscopy.
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“They said they wanted to check every part of my body to know if there are any traces of cancer. They put me to sleep. And I almost died,” he said.
In March 2025, Jide Kosoko has illuminated his experience with polygamy, explaining how he has been able to keep his home and raise his children in love.
In an interview on The Honest Bunch Podcast, the actor revealed that contrary to public belief, he never had four wives at once.
“I didn’t have four wives at the same time o, don’t get it wrong because people are getting it wrong. I had two, but then I lost them. Then I married another two,”
he explained.
“I didn’t have four wives at the same time; I had two, I lost them. I married another two. I am not supporting polygamy…”
He explained that he does not advocate for polygamy, as every person’s experience is different. The actor also highlighted the financial challenges that can arise in a polygamous home, using birthday celebrations in his home as an example.
