I’ve been diabetic since 1996 – Actor Jide Kosoko

Author: vanguardngr.comPublished on: October 18, 2026Country: Nigeria
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I’ve been diabetic since 1996 – Actor Jide Kosoko

Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko revealed on the Talk to B Show that he has lived with diabetes since 1996 and manages the condition based on his experience. He also said he has lost three wives, including the mother of his daughter Bidemi Kosoko, who died during childbirth. Kosoko recalled starting theatre at age 10 in 1964 and forming his own group in 1972. He urged parents to treat their children equally and reflected on how social media has become useful to many.

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