Empowerment
Lupita Nyong’o Confronts Uterine Fibroids Again, Launches Awareness Campaign
Lupita Nyong’o reveals recurrence of uterine fibroids and launches “Make Fibroids Count” campaign to raise awareness and research funding
Award-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o has disclosed that she is once again facing uterine fibroids, more than a decade after her initial diagnosis during the height of her Hollywood breakthrough.
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The revelation was made during a candid interview on the Today show.
Nyong’o reflected on 2014, the year she won the Academy Award for her performance in 12 Years a Slave, noting that the professional triumph coincided with severe pelvic pain and heavy bleeding that ultimately led to surgery and her first fibroid diagnosis.
Doctors had warned at the time that the growths could recur. She now confirms that she has “double the amount of fibroids” compared to her initial diagnosis.
Expressing frustration over limited medical options, Nyong’o criticised the slow progress in treatments for women’s reproductive health.
She urged women experiencing similar symptoms to seek multiple medical opinions and cautioned against viewing hysterectomy as the only solution.
In response to her personal health challenges, Nyong’o has launched the “Make Fibroids Count” campaign.
The initiative aims to increase research funding, promote less invasive treatment methods, and create a platform for women to share their experiences openly.
She highlighted the emotional impact of the condition, noting that the largest fibroid she had measured the size of an orange a comparison she said resonated with many women.
Medical studies indicate that up to 80 percent of women may develop fibroids by age 50, yet the condition often goes underreported and undertreated.
Nyong’o argues that societal normalisation has contributed to underinvestment in research and a lack of innovative treatments.
Despite her ongoing health battle, Nyong’o continues to advance her career.
She is set to star in The Odyssey, an upcoming film directed by Christopher Nolan, due for release this summer.
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The actress said the overwhelming public response to her story has strengthened her resolve to advocate for awareness, research, and systemic improvements in women’s healthcare.
In a significant boost to youth empowerment and alternative energy transportation, the Federal Government has officially commissioned a new Automotive Training Centre in Gusau, Zamfara State. The facility has already commenced operations with an inaugural cohort of 100 youths trained in mechatronics a specialized field combining mechanical and electronic engineering specifically focused on the repair of both petrol and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tricycles and motorcycles.
The project was executed through a strategic partnership between the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) and the Zamfara State office of the Made in Nigeria Special Project. The initiative is designed to address two critical national challenges: rising youth unemployment and the need for a skilled workforce capable of maintaining the growing fleet of CNG-powered vehicles, which are being promoted as a cheaper and cleaner alternative to petrol-only engines.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Zamfara State Governor, Dr Dauda Lawal, hailed the centre as a transformative step forward. “This is not just about building a workshop; it is about building futures,” Governor Lawal stated. He emphasized that the centre aligns seamlessly with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes job creation and economic diversification, while also reflecting his administration’s commitment to developing skilled manpower across the state. He noted that the focus on CNG technology is particularly timely, given the federal government’s push to lower transportation costs following the removal of fuel subsidies.
Reinforcing the federal perspective, the Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan Enoh, reaffirmed the government’s broader vision for the automotive sector. He highlighted that the Gusau centre is part of a nationwide strategy to expand Nigeria’s automotive industry through increased local production, the establishment of industrial hubs, and strategic partnerships with global investors. “We are moving from a culture of importing fully built vehicles to one where Nigerians design, assemble, and maintain our own transportation solutions,” Senator Enoh remarked. He added that mechatronics training is critical for the next generation of automotive engineers, who will be essential as the country transitions toward more sustainable fuel sources.
Local community leaders and representatives of the trained youths expressed optimism about the initiative. For many of the graduates, the certification offers a viable pathway out of economic hardship, enabling them to set up their own repair workshops or gain employment in the formal automotive sector. The NADDC has indicated that similar training centres are being planned for other states, with the aim of creating a national network of CNG-compatible repair and maintenance hubs.
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