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Kemi Afolabi Slams Those Who Mock Others’ Suffering

Published on October 23, 2026

Kemi Afolabi condemns people who celebrate others’ suffering or death as “diabolical” amid her ongoing battle with lupus

Nollywood actress Kemi Afolabi has condemned people who celebrate the suffering or death of others, describing such behaviour as “diabolical” amid her ongoing battle with lupus.

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The actress expressed her displeasure in a post on Instagram on Friday, October 23, 2026, where she reminded people that death is inevitable and urged them not to rejoice over another person’s misfortune.

“We all are gonna bite the dust. Your jubilation over another’s afflictions or death is diabolical,” she wrote.

Her statement comes as she continues to deal with health challenges linked to lupus, an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the body’s own tissues and can affect different organs.

In August 2026, the actress disclosed that she had undergone multiple surgeries during the year following a lupus flare.

The revelation drew attention to the health challenges she has faced while managing the condition.

Afolabi has previously spoken publicly about her diagnosis and the uncertainty surrounding her health.

In 2022, she revealed that her doctor had told her she had five more years to live, a disclosure that sparked concern among fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry.

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune condition that can cause inflammation and damage to different parts of the body. Its symptoms and severity vary from person to person.

Despite her health challenges, Afolabi has continued to share aspects of her experience publicly, including messages reflecting her views on life, suffering and how people respond to the difficulties faced by others.