According to a report by Nigerian Tribune on Saturday, July 18, 2026, Halima Abubakar, Nollywood actress, has announced her return to public life after spending several years away from the Nigerian film industry, revealing that she survived a prolonged illness through what she described as divine intervention.
She made the announcement on Saturday in Lagos during a thanksgiving programme, where she publicly recounted her experience and expressed gratitude for her recovery.
Speaking during the event, the actress reflected on the difficult period she endured while battling health challenges that kept her away from acting and other public engagements.
She explained that the journey was marked by several obstacles but maintained that her healing was the result of God’s mercy and intervention.
Abubakar used the thanksgiving gathering to testify about her recovery, telling attendees that the experience had transformed her outlook on life and her future career.
She said the period of illness gave her the opportunity to reflect deeply on her purpose and the direction she wanted to pursue in the entertainment industry.
She also disclosed that she was making plans to return to the movie industry, although in a different capacity.
According to her, the films she hopes to produce will be centred on messages of faith, hope, and positive values.
She explained that her goal is to create productions that encourage spiritual growth and inspire audiences, instead of promoting stories that revolve around ritual practices or other negative themes.
The actress noted that her renewed vision for filmmaking was influenced by the lessons she learned during her recovery.
She said she was committed to using her platform to produce meaningful content capable of positively impacting viewers while reflecting her personal beliefs and experiences.
“I’m coming back as a producer. I want to make movies that teach about God and inspire people rather than glorify rituals,” she said……See More
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